Shipping Clerk/Packager
Aerotek - Maple Plain, MN
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Job Title: Shipping Clerk / Packager Job Description The Shipping Clerk / Packager coordinates and packages products to precise standards, ensuring all components are included and assembled according to detailed work instructions. This role focuses on creating assemblies and subassemblies for laser sights, weapon-mounted cameras, and holsters, while handling small components and tools in a clean, climate-controlled environment. The position involves repetitive, hands-on tasks, frequent lifting of up to 40 lbs, and close collaboration with team members and leads. Responsibilities + Coordinate and package products to ensure all components are included and packaged according to established work instructions. + Create assemblies and subassemblies for laser sights, weapon-mounted cameras, and holsters using small components and tools. + Perform repetitive packaging and assembly tasks with a high level of accuracy and consistency. + Read, understand, and follow written work instructions and production documentation. + Communicate effectively with leads and coworkers to clarify instructions, resolve issues, and maintain workflow. + Handle packaging, labeling, picking, and preparation of items for shipping and receiving. + Support inventory-related activities by accurately counting, organizing, and staging products as needed. + Lift and move boxes and materials weighing up to 40 lbs throughout the day while maintaining safe work practices. + Work collaboratively in a team environment to meet production and shipping deadlines. + Maintain a clean and orderly work area in alignment with facility standards. Essential Skills + Hands-on experience with packaging products in a production or warehouse setting. + Practical experience with shipping and receiving processes, including preparing items for shipment. + Ability to perform repetitive tasks with small components and tools while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail. + Capability to read and follow written work instructions and basic production documentation. + Comfortable lifting up to 40 lbs repeatedly throughout the workday. + Effective communication skills to interact with leads and coworkers in a team environment. + Basic understanding of labeling, packing, and picking procedures. + Reliability and consistency in meeting daily production and shipping expectations. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Previous experience as a packager, shipping clerk, or in a similar production role. + Background in packaging, shipping and receiving, and inventory support. + Experience working with small parts, assemblies, or light manufacturing. + Ability to work effectively in a slow-paced, laid-back environment while remaining productive. + Strong organizational skills to manage multiple items, labels, and components accurately. Why Work Here? Employees enjoy a clean, climate-controlled, and laid-back work environment with a slower pace that supports steady, focused work. The facility offers discounts on firearm attachments and provides solid benefits once hired on, contributing to long-term stability and overall job satisfaction. Work Environment The role is based in a very clean, small shop that is climate controlled and well lit, supporting comfort and visibility throughout the workday. The environment is described as slow paced and laid back, allowing employees to work methodically without excessive pressure. Work involves handling small components and tools at a workstation and lifting up to 40 lbs throughout the day in a production and shipping setting. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Maple Plain, MN. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following: u2022 Medical, dental & vision u2022 Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital u2022 401(k) Retirement Plan u2013 Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available u2022 Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) u2022 Short and long-term disability u2022 Health Spending Account (HSA) u2022 Transportation benefits u2022 Employee Assistance Program u2022 Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Maple Plain,MN. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Apr 28, 2026. About Aerotek: 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 meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry u2013 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 solving for companiesu2019 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. 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.
Created: 2026-04-16