Packaging Associate

Job Title: Packaging AssociateJob DescriptionJoin our dynamic team as a Packaging Associate, where you will play a key role in ensuring our products meet the highest standards. You will be involved in various tasks including verifying product specifications, operating machinery, and maintaining cleanliness and safety standards.ResponsibilitiesVerify de-molded products meet all specifications such as correct appearance, weight, and packaging.Operate or assist with wrapping machines and grinding equipment for shredding chocolate bars.Operate or assist with bagging equipment.Complete tasks efficiently while ensuring quality and safety procedures.Return excess materials from work orders to the designated warehouse area.Shrink-wrap or cover unwrapped chocolate on the rack.Monitor equipment to ensure good working order and report any problems to management or maintenance.Ensure Quality Assurance, Sanitation, and Safety standards are consistently met.Responsible for sanitation and clean-up at the beginning, during, and end of the shift.Verify and clearly label all products.Communicate and implement company policies and procedures.Make recommendations to management regarding improvements of efficiencies, packaging, quality, workflow, etc.Communicate effectively with others.Provide support to leads and team members in other departments as requested.Essential SkillsExperience in food production.Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).Experience with packaging, labeling, and filling processes.General labor and production skills.Experience in the food industry, particularly with chocolate manufacturing.Additional Skills & QualificationsBilingual abilities are a must.Why Work Here?This role is crucial and carries significant responsibility, offering you an opportunity to make impactful contributions and grow within a respected company.Work EnvironmentYou will work in a production environment, closely collaborating with other production workers to ensure seamless operations.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Berkeley, CA.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00/hr.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)Workplace TypeThis is a fully onsite position in Berkeley,CA.Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Jul 20, 2026.About AerotekAerotek 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.