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Packer/Palletizer

Montville, NJ · On-site

$15.50/hr

Verify filters are centered in the bag as they exit the auto bagger. * Check that lot numbers and time stamps are correctly printed on each bag. * Ensure bags are upright and properly aligned for ...

Operation of the auto bagger system, ensuring weights and bag seals are correct on every bag. * Unloading paper and cardboard bales with a Forklift, cutting wires, and busting them up after loading ...

Bagger

West Fargo, ND · On-site

$12.75 - $17.75/hr

The Bagger is responsible for upholding Coborn's high standard of service by ensuring guest ... Access to a national discount marketplace for travel, electronics, auto/home insurance ...

Bagger

Hastings, MN · On-site

$13.50 - $18.50/hr

The Bagger is responsible for upholding Coborn's high standard of service by ensuring guest ... Access to a national discount marketplace for travel, electronics, auto/home insurance ...

The Bagger is responsible for upholding Coborn's high standard of service by ensuring guest ... Access to a national discount marketplace for travel, electronics, auto/home insurance ...

The Bagger is responsible for upholding Coborn's high standard of service by ensuring guest ... Access to a national discount marketplace for travel, electronics, auto/home insurance ...

Bagger

Princeton, MN · On-site

$13.50 - $18.50/hr

The Bagger is responsible for upholding Coborn's high standard of service by ensuring guest ... Access to a national discount marketplace for travel, electronics, auto/home insurance ...

Bagger

Clearwater, MN · On-site

$12.50 - $17.50/hr

The Bagger is responsible for upholding Coborn's high standard of service by ensuring guest ... Access to a national discount marketplace for travel, electronics, auto/home insurance ...

Packer

Elk Grove, CA · On-site

$15.75 - $19/hr

Operates Auto Baggers, Ilapak, and auto baggers. * Completes change overs on the entire packaging area (vision system, counter stacker, auto bagger, bag printer, weight). * Enters production ...

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How much do auto bagger jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for auto bagger in the United States is $16.58, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $18.03 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an Auto Bagger?

An Auto Bagger is a machine operator or worker responsible for operating automatic bagging equipment in manufacturing, packaging, or warehouse environments. Their main duties include setting up, monitoring, and maintaining bagging machines that fill and seal products into bags for distribution or sale. Auto Baggers ensure the correct quantity and quality of product packaging, troubleshoot equipment issues, and perform basic maintenance. They may also be responsible for recordkeeping and quality control checks to maintain production standards.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Auto Bagger, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Auto Bagger, you need basic mechanical aptitude, attention to detail, and usually a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with automated bagging machines, conveyor systems, and safety protocols is important, and OSHA safety certification may be beneficial. Strong teamwork, reliability, and the ability to work efficiently under time constraints are key soft skills. These abilities help maintain productivity, ensure product quality, and promote a safe, efficient work environment.

What are some common challenges Auto Baggers face in maintaining efficiency on the production line?

Auto Baggers often work in fast-paced environments where maintaining consistent speed and accuracy is crucial. Common challenges include handling machine malfunctions, keeping up with production quotas, and ensuring that bags are properly filled and sealed. Effective communication with maintenance teams and attention to detail are essential to quickly resolve issues and minimize downtime. Familiarity with the equipment and proactive troubleshooting can help Auto Baggers stay productive and meet quality standards.

What is the difference between Auto Bagger vs Manual Bagger?

AspectAuto BaggerManual Bagger
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent, training on machineryHigh school diploma or equivalent, basic training
Work EnvironmentAutomated production lines, factory settingsManual labor, factory or warehouse settings
Industry UsageFood packaging, manufacturingFood packaging, manufacturing
Job TasksOperating automated bagging machinesManually filling and sealing bags

Auto Baggers operate automated machinery to efficiently package products, reducing manual effort. Manual Baggers perform hands-on packaging tasks, requiring more physical labor. Both roles are common in manufacturing and food industries, but Auto Baggers focus on machine operation, while Manual Baggers handle manual packing processes.

More about Auto Bagger jobs
Infographic showing various Auto Bagger job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 68% Full Time, 23% Part Time, and 9% Nights. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $34,491 per year, or $16.6 per hour.
Cup Packer

$17.15/hr

Full-time, Other

Posted 7 days ago


Graphic Packaging International rating

6.8

Company rating: 6.8 out of 10

Based on 119 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

67th of 109 rated packaging manufacturers


Job description


MPORTANT NOTE: We are a smoke-free campus!This policy coversalltobacco products, including e-cigarettes. We offer fulltime employeesa variety of methods to assist you in your journey to becoming a smoke-free employee!

This job posting is for a Cup Packer with a pay rate of $17.15/hour plus shift differential and progressive pay increases.

Cup Packers will inspect product quality prior to packing sleeves of cups from the auto-bagger and placing them in the appropriate box. They will follow the production schedule and communicate with Cup Operators and Quality Line Inspectors as needed. Additionally, they will label, assemble and maintain cup box supply as well as maintain housekeeping duties and troubleshoot the auto-bagger as trained. They understand and align business operations and Cup Department as he/she executes their role to exceed customer expectations and align with GPI business, cultural, financial and operational objectives.

WORK SCHEDULE: Night shift 7pm - 7am

Must be willing and able to worknights and weekends. Opportunities to move to day shift schedule available!

JOB FUNCTIONS:Job functions include, but are not limited to the following.

  • Work within and adhere to GPI's core values of Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Relationships and Teamwork.
  • Package cups from auto-bagger:Package cup sleeves into properly labeled boxes while inspecting for quality.
  • Check quality:Visually look through sleeve film to inspect cups for defects: rim defects, print defects, and contamination. Verify stack height is correct when placing cups in box.
  • Maintain the box supply and communicate with Warehouse as needed (Boxer function):Bring box bundles from drop point to packing station. Confirm the box item number with the information on the spec sheet.
  • Label boxes when necessary (Boxer function, Packer needs to know how to do perform this task):Retrieve labels and apply machine barcode sticker and large box label to each box prior to assembly. Number all boxes within the bundle. Start numbers over again at print changes and a half hour before shift change.
  • Assemble boxes:After labeling boxes, construct one box at a time as needed.
  • Correct auto-bagger jams.Evaluate cause of jam and fix if possible by dislodging cups or bowls. If problem persists, notify Auto Bagger Utility.
  • Communicate with Cup Operators and Quality Line Inspectors as needed:Communicate product defects to Cup Operators and notify Operators of case number at which roll changes occur. As Line Inspectors make their rounds, notify them of any problems that have occurred. If a defect has occurred, have the Inspector write a hold tag.
  • Complete all required production paperwork:Including Production Report (completed by Boxer), Print Change Over Checklist (completed by both Boxer and Packer), and the Order Report Form (completed by Packer.)
  • Sort pulled cups for defects:Set aside all same print cups produced after the discovery of defect(s). As time allows, sort through the pulled cups and discard any defects. Package good cups. Also, help co-workers sort through defective cups.
  • Maintain housekeeping duties:Keep working area clean and organized. Once per shift, use the air hose to blow dust out from underneath the auto-bagger. Empty barrels by dumping defective cups into shredder where applicable.
  • Shift change communication:Communicate with break person, Line Inspector and the incoming or outgoing shift to stay aware of production issues.
  • Responsible for assuring production of products consistent with established food safety, sanitation and quality standards.
  • Other duties as assigned.

BACKGROUND / EXPERIENCE / SKILLS:

  • Manufacturing experience preferred.
  • Well-developed communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills along with an attention to detail.
  • Must be able to multi-task while working in a fast-paced environment
  • Must be able to maintain a positive team environment, be self-motivated and work with minimal supervision.

SCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS:

  • The Cup Packer schedule is 12-hour shifts on alternate days with rotating weekends off. However, employees must have the ability to work alternate schedules and overtime that may include early mornings, nights, and/or weekends and be punctual while doing so.
  • Must be willing and able to work overtime

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Sitting or standing, depending on changing job assignment, for extended periods.
  • Awkward and/or repetitive movements.
  • Occasional lifting up to 10 lbs. for Packers; up to 20 lbs. for Boxers.
  • Push/pull up to 20 lb. (Boxer function)
  • Reading computer screen or other electronic devices.
  • Use of various hand and electrical tools and equipment.
  • Work in areas of fluctuating temperature.

Required Experience


At Graphic Packaging International (NYSE: GPK), we produce the box you may have poured your child's cereal from this morning, the microwaveable tray that heated your lunch, the paper cup that held your coffee throughout the day, and the carrier of those bottles of craft beer you may enjoy tonight! We're one of the largest manufacturers of paperboard and paper-based packaging for some of the world's most recognized brands of food, beverage, foodservice, household, personal care and pet care products. Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, we are a team of collaborative, innovative, passionate individuals who are committed to providing consumer packaging that makes a world of difference.
With almost 18,000 employees working in more than 70 locations in North and South America, Europe and the Pacific Rim, we strive to be an environmentally responsible leader in our industry and in the communities where we operate. We are committed to workplace diversity and offer compensation and benefits programs that are among the industry's best to reward the talented people who make our company successful.
If this sounds like something you would like to be a part of, we'd love to hear from you. Learn more about us at www.graphicpkg.com.
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