Job Title: Packaging Technician

Job Description

This role focuses on accurately and efficiently packaging completed semiconductor products for shipment in a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing environment. You will work as part of a collaborative packing team, following packaging drawings and labeling requirements, using packaging equipment such as an Instapak machine, and ensuring that all materials and documentation are correct before orders leave the facility.

Responsibilities

• Pack units in a timely and efficient manner as directed by the Shipping Lead and Packaging Lead.

• Interpret packaging drawings and labeling requirements with guidance, ensuring all instructions are followed correctly.

• Learn and operate the Instapak machine under direction, developing proficiency over time.

• Verify that all required parts and components are included in each box prior to shipment.

• Confirm that the Traveler documentation matches the unit or units being processed before packaging is completed.

• Maintain organization of materials and keep the work station clean and orderly at all times.

• Work as a member of the packing team to help meet schedules and complete assignments on time.

• Adapt to working in a job shop environment handling multiple product types and varying packaging requirements.

• Learn and apply proper packaging techniques for a variety of systems, including the use of labeling equipment and packaging machinery.

• Perform other related duties as assigned to support shipping, packaging, and production needs.

Essential Skills

• Experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse, or related packaging environments.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a packing team to meet schedules and deadlines.

• Willingness to learn proper packaging techniques for a variety of systems and product types.

• Ability to interpret packaging drawings and label requirements with direction.

• Willingness to learn and operate packaging equipment such as labeling machines and an Instapak machine.

• Flexibility to work in a job shop–oriented environment on multiple product types.

• Strong attention to detail to ensure correct parts, documentation, and labeling for each shipment.

• Commitment to maintaining an organized, clean, and safe work station.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in labeling, machine operation, packing, packaging, and kitting is beneficial.

• Comfort working near production and assembly areas in a manufacturing setting.

• No certifications required; on-the-job training is provided for packaging equipment and processes.

Why Work Here?

You will join a friendly, laid-back, and team-oriented environment where leadership trusts you to show up on time and get the work done without micromanagement. The facility is a brand-new, larger, and modern building that offers a clean, climate-controlled manufacturing space. The organization is known for strong job stability and has maintained its workforce even during slower industry periods. Contractors report high job satisfaction, citing the positive environment, supportive people, and effective leadership. While on contract, you can receive holiday pay, and a second shift includes a shift differential, adding to the overall value of the opportunity.

Work Environment

The role is based in a brand-new, larger manufacturing facility with an air-conditioned, clean, and organized work environment. You will work next to the production and assembly departments, packaging completed products in a climate-controlled area. The culture is friendly, laid-back, and team-oriented, with a focus on reliability and accountability rather than micromanagement. Team members are expected to arrive on time, collaborate effectively, and maintain a steady work pace to meet shipping schedules. The environment supports the use of packaging and labeling equipment, including an Instapak machine, within a well-organized and tidy workspace.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Austin, TX.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $19.00/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 Type

This is a fully onsite position in Austin,TX.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 26, 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.