Packaging Associate, 1st shift

Packaging Associate, 1st shift


Company
Sunny Sky Products LLC
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
13 an hour
Posted
14 days ago
Via
ZipRecruiter

Job Description
Sunny Sky Products prides itself on our commitment and dedication to creating, manufacturing and delivering top quality products in the beverage industry. We have generated an extensive product portfolio that includes frozen dispensed beverages, cold dispensed, hot dispensed and beverage enhancers.

We are seeking a Packaging Associate who will work on packaging lines, producing liquid and powdered beverage concentrates. Also works on maintaining cleanliness of production area in accordance with GMP guidelines. Retain and identify samples of all production batches. Check for application and accuracy of codes on all packages. Rotate raw materials on FIFO basis and maintains cleanliness of raw material areas.

working Hours
• Monday- Friday and occasional Saturdays from 6AM - 2:30PM

Salary
• $13.00 per hour

Sign up Bonus up to $500.00

Benefits
• Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage.
• Life Insurance
• 10 Paid Holidays
• PTO - Vacation Time or sick time.
• 401K Program and Company Match up to 3.5%
• Company STD & LTD (Short term & Long-term disability)
• Perfect Attendance Monthly Bonus Program up to $100.00
• Employee Referral Bonus Program up to $500.00

Responsibilities
• Pack and stack finished products.
• Perform basic preventive maintenance on equipment in work area including daily greasing and lubrication.
• Run various filling and packaging machines as required. (training will be provided)
• Keep accurate records of all daily cleaning and PM functions.
• Keep accurate label records of all items.

Requirements
• Must be able to repeatedly lift up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to keep complete and accurate written records.
• Must be able and open to learn the operation of new pieces of filling equipment and be able to advance within company.
• Must be able to work a flexible work schedule.
• High school Diploma or equivalent (Preferred).

For more information about our company please visit our website at www.sunnyskyproducts.com

Sunny Sky Products is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship.

Frequently Asked Questions

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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