Logistics/Packing Lead

Logistics/Packing Lead


Company
Robert Half
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
22–24 an hour
Posted
8 days ago
Via
Robert Half

Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Logistics/Packing Lead to oversee and manage packing operations in Houston, Texas. This role requires a strong background in logistics, shipping processes, and team leadership to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency in daily activities. As a Contract to permanent position, this opportunity offers the potential for long-term growth within the organization.Responsibilities:• Supervise and manage daily packing activities to ensure efficiency and accuracy.• Assign tasks based on workload plans, balancing safety, quality, and scheduling priorities.• Interpret and enforce packing specifications and instructions, ensuring compliance with company and industry standards.• Identify and implement damage-prevention strategies while managing corrective actions.• Support recruitment processes, provide performance feedback, and oversee onboarding for new team members.• Train and mentor packing technicians on procedures, discipline, and adherence to 5S principles.• Enforce safety regulations and stop operations when unsafe conditions are identified.• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Warehouse, and Logistics teams to align packing schedules and shipping plans.• Communicate proactively about readiness, delays, and potential risks to ensure smooth operations.

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Quick answers about Packing Jobs

Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
Q 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.
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