WAREHOUSE PICKER, PACKER & ASSEMBLER
Company
Bruin Logistics LLC
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
16.50 an hour
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Indeed
Job Description
Job Overview
We are seeking dedicated and detail-oriented for a Picker/Packer to help us with our shipping and receiving operations for our logistic and warehousing business. In this position, you will work in our distribution center, packing, labeling, and scanning outgoing shipments. Our ideal applicant has general warehouse or order picking experience. However, we will work with any applicants that have a strong work ethic and flexibility needed for this position.
Duties
• Fulfilling the day's orders (picking, packing, receiving, and shipping)
• Reads customer order, work order, or shipping order to determine items to be moved, gathered, distributed or shipped.
• Assist in shipping and receiving (as needed) unloading trucks, checking in merchandise using receiving documents, matches and reviews purchase orders to packing lists to ensure all required items are included; documents information relating to receipt, storage or distribution of materials for processing.
• Operate forklift and/or manual pallet jack for moving or storing material
• Moves materials and items from receiving or storage areas to shipping or to other designated areas.
• Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, color, or product item number.
• Accurately pack products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Inspect items for defects or damages before packing.
• Label packages clearly and correctly to ensure proper delivery.
• Packs, crates, and ships product and material to distribution center, departments, and vendors. Includes shrink wrapping, boxing and labeling. Marks materials with identifying information using appropriate method; i.e. Barcodes
• Assist in cycle counts of physical inventory. Keeps warehouse and work area organized at all times.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to promote safety and efficiency.
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily production goals.
• Follow all safety protocols and guidelines while handling products and equipment.
Skills
• Attention to detail: Ability to identify discrepancies and ensure quality in packing.
• Time management: Efficiently manage time to meet production deadlines.
• Physical stamina: Capability to stand for long periods and lift packages as needed.
• Teamwork: Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Basic math skills: Competence in counting and measuring items accurately.
Join our team as a Packer, where your contributions will help us deliver exceptional products to our customers while working in a supportive environment!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.50 per hour
Work Location: In person
We are seeking dedicated and detail-oriented for a Picker/Packer to help us with our shipping and receiving operations for our logistic and warehousing business. In this position, you will work in our distribution center, packing, labeling, and scanning outgoing shipments. Our ideal applicant has general warehouse or order picking experience. However, we will work with any applicants that have a strong work ethic and flexibility needed for this position.
Duties
• Fulfilling the day's orders (picking, packing, receiving, and shipping)
• Reads customer order, work order, or shipping order to determine items to be moved, gathered, distributed or shipped.
• Assist in shipping and receiving (as needed) unloading trucks, checking in merchandise using receiving documents, matches and reviews purchase orders to packing lists to ensure all required items are included; documents information relating to receipt, storage or distribution of materials for processing.
• Operate forklift and/or manual pallet jack for moving or storing material
• Moves materials and items from receiving or storage areas to shipping or to other designated areas.
• Sorts and places materials or items on racks, shelves, or in bins according to predetermined sequence such as size, type, color, or product item number.
• Accurately pack products according to specifications and quality standards.
• Inspect items for defects or damages before packing.
• Label packages clearly and correctly to ensure proper delivery.
• Packs, crates, and ships product and material to distribution center, departments, and vendors. Includes shrink wrapping, boxing and labeling. Marks materials with identifying information using appropriate method; i.e. Barcodes
• Assist in cycle counts of physical inventory. Keeps warehouse and work area organized at all times.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area to promote safety and efficiency.
• Collaborate with team members to meet daily production goals.
• Follow all safety protocols and guidelines while handling products and equipment.
Skills
• Attention to detail: Ability to identify discrepancies and ensure quality in packing.
• Time management: Efficiently manage time to meet production deadlines.
• Physical stamina: Capability to stand for long periods and lift packages as needed.
• Teamwork: Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with colleagues.
• Basic math skills: Competence in counting and measuring items accurately.
Join our team as a Packer, where your contributions will help us deliver exceptional products to our customers while working in a supportive environment!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $16.50 per hour
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.
