Temporary Packer Jobs in Warren, MI (NOW HIRING)

Job Title: Packer

Job Description

This role focuses on packing hummus and salsa products in a high-volume food and beverage production facility. You will work in refrigerated areas, operate filling and packaging equipment, and follow strict food safety and quality standards while ensuring products are accurately filled, labeled, and prepared for shipment.

Responsibilities

• Operate filler machines that dispense hummus and salsa into plastic containers according to established procedures.
• Perform visual inspections of products and packaging to ensure quality, accuracy, and adherence to food safety standards.
• Adjust product weights using scales to meet specified requirements, including adding or removing product as needed.
• Pack finished containers into boxes or trays, apply labels, and prepare items for storage or shipment.
• Use basic hand tools and production equipment safely and effectively as part of the packaging process.
• Navigate and use computers or digital interfaces to enter production data, follow work instructions, or manage machine settings.
• Move continuously throughout the shift, managing multiple tasks at once in a fast-paced production environment.
• Follow all personal protective equipment (PPE) requirements, including wearing lab coats, hair nets, rubber gloves, beard nets, and other gear in food areas.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, supporting sanitation and hygiene standards in the food and beverage environment.
• Collaborate with team members and follow direction from production leadership to meet daily production goals and schedules.

Essential Skills

• Ability to perform visual inspection of products and packaging to identify defects or inconsistencies.
• Capability to lift up to 40 pounds repeatedly during the shift.
• Comfort using a computer or smart device, including navigating between applications and screens.
• Experience working on your feet for extended periods while handling multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Experience using a scale and understanding weights, including adding, subtracting, and adjusting product to meet specifications.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• In food and beverage production is beneficial, but experience in other industrial or automotive environments is also valuable.
• Familiarity with industrial equipment such as filling machines and mixers, especially those that run on pneumatics and hydraulics with valves and hoses.
• Strong reliability and consistent attendance, with dependable transportation to support shift requirements.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a comprehensive benefits package that supports health, financial well-being, and time off. Medical, dental, and vision coverage are available, along with short-term and long-term disability options. Health savings and flexible spending accounts offer additional flexibility, and paid time off eligibility begins in the first year, providing one week of PTO. Benefits begin on the first day of the month following the date of hire, offering timely access to coverage.

Work Environment

The role is based in a food and beverage production facility where hummus and salsa are made and packed. Most work takes place in refrigerated areas to maintain product quality and safety, so you should be comfortable working in a cold environment. You will be required to fully suit up in appropriate PPE, including a lab coat, hair net, beard net as applicable, rubber gloves, and other protective gear while in food production areas. The schedule follows three shifts: 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., and 10:30 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. Work is primarily Monday through Friday, with mandatory Saturdays and potential Sunday work depending on production needs. The environment is fast-paced, physically active, and focused on maintaining strict food safety and cleanliness standards.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Ferndale, MI.

The pay range for this position is $14.00 - $14.50/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Ferndale,MI.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 28, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.