Packager

Job Title: Packager
Job Description

The Packager plays a key role in safely filling, handling, and preparing gas cylinders for shipment within a modern, specialty gas processing facility. This role involves operating machinery and pneumatic lifting equipment, performing accurate labelling and documentation, and using a forklift to move cylinders through the production process while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Responsibilities

• Load empty cylinders onto racks and operate machines to fill them according to established procedures and safety standards.
• Use pneumatic lifting equipment to move cylinders safely and efficiently throughout the facility.
• Remove filled cylinders from racks, place them onto pallets, and prepare them for storage or shipment.
• Perform accurate labelling of cylinders, including applying and removing labels as required.
• Operate a forklift to transport cylinders and materials within the plant once trained and certified.
• Complete documentation and basic computer entries to support quality control and traceability requirements.
• Carry out quality checks and basic tests on cylinders and products as part of the filling and packaging process.
• Scrape or remove old labels and ensure cylinders are properly prepared and identified before filling.
• Follow all safety procedures and use personal protective equipment (PPE) when performing filling, testing, and other designated tasks.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and support overall plant cleanliness and operational efficiency.

Essential Skills

• Experience in packaging or production environments with a focus on safe material handling.
• Mechanical aptitude, particularly with compressors and pneumatic systems.
• Ability to operate or learn to operate machinery used for filling cylinders.
• Forklift operation skills or the ability to become trained and certified on forklifts.
• Comfort using pneumatic lifts and other mechanical lifting devices.
• Basic computer skills for documentation and data entry.
• Strong attention to detail for accurate labelling, documentation, and quality checks.
• Ability to follow safety procedures and use PPE as required.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in chemical or gas packaging environments.
• Experience with pneumatic lifts, labelling, and chemical packaging processes.
• Familiarity with quality control documentation and basic testing procedures.
• Comfort working with compressors, pneumatics, and mechanical equipment.
• Willingness to learn new equipment and processes in a specialized industrial setting.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a performance-driven environment that offers both an annual bonus program and a performance bonus, each with the potential to significantly increase total compensation. The business is growing, creating strong opportunities for overtime and career advancement into leadership or laboratory roles for those who perform well and show initiative.

Work Environment

This role is based in a state-of-the-art, clean industrial plant with bright lighting and modern equipment. The facility focuses on decommissioning chillers and repurposing gas, contributing to a more sustainable use of resources. The standard shift is 7:00 . to 3:30 ., including two paid 15-minute breaks and one unpaid 30-minute lunch. The position involves regular use of machinery, pneumatic lifts, and forklifts in a controlled production environment. Personal protective equipment (PPE) is provided and must be worn for specific procedures such as filling and testing, ensuring a safe and professional work setting.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Hamilton, ON.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $24.00 - $24.00/hr.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Hamilton,ON.

À propos d'Aerotek

Aerotek Inc. fournit des solutions de dotation en personnel et de services dans les domaines de la fabrication, de la logistique, de la construction, de l’aviation, des installations et de la maintenance. Nous offrons l’expertise, les solutions et les personnes nécessaires pour relever les défis de l’industrie nord-américaine. Basée à Hanover, au Maryland, Aerotek exploite un réseau unifié de plus de 200 bureaux à travers l’Amérique du Nord, soutenant plus de 18 000 clients chaque année. Aerotek est une entreprise du groupe Allegis, leader mondial en ressources humaines et solutions d’affaires. Pour en savoir plus, visitez: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offre un salaire hebdomadaire, des avantages sociaux y compris des soins médicaux, des soins dentaires et des soins de la vue, ainsi qu’un programme d’aide aux employés et un programme de rabais.

La société souscrit au principe d’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et examinera toutes les candidatures sans tenir compte de la race, du sexe, de l’âge, de la couleur, de la religion, de l’origine nationale, du statut de vétéran, de handicap, de l’orientation sexuelle, de l’identité de genre, de l’information génétique ou de toute autre caractéristique protégée par la loi.

Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco:
Conformément à l’Ordonnance sur l’égalité des chances de San Francisco, pour tous les postes situés dans la ville et le comté de San Francisco, nous examinerons les candidatures des personnes qualifiées ayant un casier judiciaire ou des antécédents criminels.

Utilisation de l’intelligence artificielle (IA):
Nous pouvons utiliser l’intelligence artificielle (IA) pour soutenir certaines étapes de notre processus d’embauche, notamment la recherche, la présélection et l’évaluation des candidatures. L’IA aide à analyser les candidatures et les qualifications, mais les décisions finales sont prises par notre équipe de recrutement. En soumettant votre candidature, vous reconnaissez et acceptez que celle-ci puisse être examinée à l’aide d’outils d’IA.

About Aerotek

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: | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, employee assistance and discount programs.

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.

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.