Packer - 1st/2nd Shift
Company
Creative Packaging
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
14 days ago
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Job Description
Packer - Chicago
Advertised Pay: 1st Shift $17/hour
2nd Shift $18/hour
Shift Availability:
1st: 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM
2nd: 3:15 PM to 1:45 AM
General Information:
Creative Packaging is a rapidly growing, fast-paced manufacturing company who is looking for full-time Packers at our Chicago, Illinois location. This position will report directly to the Shift Lead.
Job Description:
-Fast pace packing of gel packs
-Inspecting quality of gel packs (ensuring no leaks, and packing them flat)
-Palletizing cases of gel packs (lifting 40lbs frequently throughout shift)
-Changing film roll (lifting up to 100lbs with a partner multiple times throughout shift)
-Wearing required PPE on production floor
-Cleaning work station at end of shift
-Stocking work station at end of shift
-Ensuring work station is safe to work in throughout shift (no gel on the floor)
-Following instructions from shift Leader(s)
Preferred Qualifications:
-Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
• Do you have anything on your criminal history? If yes, please explain.
• If offered the position, how soon can you start?
Shift availability:
• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
• Chicago, IL 60632 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Advertised Pay: 1st Shift $17/hour
2nd Shift $18/hour
Shift Availability:
1st: 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM
2nd: 3:15 PM to 1:45 AM
General Information:
Creative Packaging is a rapidly growing, fast-paced manufacturing company who is looking for full-time Packers at our Chicago, Illinois location. This position will report directly to the Shift Lead.
Job Description:
-Fast pace packing of gel packs
-Inspecting quality of gel packs (ensuring no leaks, and packing them flat)
-Palletizing cases of gel packs (lifting 40lbs frequently throughout shift)
-Changing film roll (lifting up to 100lbs with a partner multiple times throughout shift)
-Wearing required PPE on production floor
-Cleaning work station at end of shift
-Stocking work station at end of shift
-Ensuring work station is safe to work in throughout shift (no gel on the floor)
-Following instructions from shift Leader(s)
Preferred Qualifications:
-Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
• Do you have anything on your criminal history? If yes, please explain.
• If offered the position, how soon can you start?
Shift availability:
• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
• Chicago, IL 60632 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about Packing Jobs
What is the minimum wage for Packing Jobs in the United States?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States is $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Non-exempt packing workers must receive overtime compensation at 1.5 times their regular rate for all hours worked beyond 40 in a workweek.
What are the required working hours, overtime rules, and leave benefits for packing jobs in the United States?
The Fair Labor Standards Act mandates a 40-hour workweek for packing jobs, with mandatory overtime pay after 40 hours as of 2026. Eligible employees receive up to 12 weeks of unpaid, job-protected leave under the Family and Medical Leave Act after completing 12 months of service with their employer.
What tax withholdings apply to packing job wages in the United States?
Packing job employees must have 6.2 percent Social Security tax and 1.45 percent Medicare tax withheld from wages under FICA as of 2026. Employers also withhold federal income tax based on IRS Publication 15 tables, with an additional 0.9 percent Medicare surtax applying to wages over $200,000 for single filers.
What visa or work permit requirements apply to non-citizens seeking packing jobs in the United States?
Non-citizens must obtain employment authorization through USCIS before starting packing jobs, typically via H-2B temporary non-agricultural worker visas with a 2026 annual cap of 66,000. Employers must file Form I-129 and demonstrate no qualified U.S. workers are available.
