Packaging Technician
Aerotek
Posted Monday, April 6, 2026
Posting ID: JP-005941065
Hiring for packaging technician paying from $18 to $28 per hour in Allentown PA
Job Description
Join our team as a Packaging Technician! In this role, you will play a critical part in the assembly, manufacturing, filling, packaging, and labeling of pharmaceutical products, ensuring compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and customer requirements. Your attention to detail and commitment to safety will ensure the highest quality standards are met.
Responsibilities
- Apply Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and customer requirements in all areas of responsibility.
- Comply with all safety regulations and conduct all activities in a safe, efficient manner.
- Perform manual or automated assembly, manufacturing, filling, packaging, and labeling of pharmaceutical products.
- Act as the primary performer of in-process and AQL inspections and other necessary tasks.
- Participate in the start-up and closure of packaging jobs.
- Clean packaging rooms and machinery in accordance with SOPs and GMP.
- Accept or reject in-process clinical supplies and drug products.
- Perform computer-related tasks for job sign-in, in-process actions, and data entry.
- Perform counts of components and drug products.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- Hand-eye coordination, dexterity, and attention to detail.
- Ability to perform repetitive tasks with both hands.
- Capability to work independently or as part of a team.
- Initiative and adaptability to changing circumstances.
- Ability to accept and learn from feedback, especially related to Corrective or Preventative Actions.
Why Work Here?
We offer competitive benefits and a 401k plan once hired on, along with opportunities for growth and advancement within the company. Join a workplace that values your contributions and supports your professional development.
Work Environment
Candidates must be comfortable working in a clean room environment that requires gowning and adherence to strict safety protocols. The job involves working in Primary, Secondary, Refrigerated (2 to 8° C), and cold (-20° C) environments. Personal Protective Equipment Certification (PPE), including but not limited to filtering face masks, PAPR, N-95 masks, half face masks, and safety glasses, is required. Additional pay is provided for work in PAPR/Refrigerator and Freezer environments.
Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Allentown, PA.
Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $17.25 - $28.57/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)
This is a fully onsite position in Allentown,PA.
Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on Apr 20, 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 – 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 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.
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.
Contact Information
Email: mreesha@aerotek.com
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