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Portland Bottling Company

Lab Technician

Portland, OR · On-site

$21/hr

About The Company As the Pacific Northwest's leading contract packer and co-packer of ready-to-drink beverage products for nearly a century, Portland Bottling Company provides flexibility and ...

Davis Furniture

Packer

High Point, NC · On-site

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

... contract furniture. We have been in business for over 75 years, and we put a strong focus on new ... Follow packing specifications and customer-specific requirements · Operate hand tools, tape ...

Packer Staffing

RN Nurse

Laona, WI

$55 - $58/hr

Packers Staffing is partnered directly with several skilled nursing facilities, and are looking for strong, dedicated and reliable Nurse RNs to work in Laona, WI for a 13-week contract! This ...

Davis Furniture

Packer

High Point, NC · On-site

$13.50 - $16/hr

... contract furniture. We have been in business for over 75 years, and we put a strong focus on new ... Follow packing specifications and customer-specific requirements • Operate hand tools, tape ...

Aerotek

Packer

Piscataway, NJ

$16/hr

Packer The Packer supports packaging operations in a food manufacturing environment by following ... Contract to Hire position based out of Piscataway, NJ. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this ...

Aerotek

Packer - McCook

La Grange, IL

$16/hr

Packer - McCook This role focuses on accurately packing products for shipment in a corporate and ... Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of McCook, IL. Pay and Benefits ...

Onin Staffing

Packer

Paragould, AR

$18.25/hr

Packer * Packing customer orders accurately and efficiently * Cleaning parts prior to packaging ... the contract term. Our nimble company structure, our status as an employer of choice and our ...

Aerotek

Packer

Huntley, IL

$16 - $17/hr

Packer As a Packer, you will plan, prepare, and pack products using standard boxes, crates, or ... Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Huntley, IL. Pay and Benefits ...

Portland Bottling Company

Lab Technician

Portland, OR · On-site

$21/hr

About The Company As the Pacific Northwest's leading contract packer and co-packer of ready-to-drink beverage products for nearly a century, Portland Bottling Company provides flexibility and ...

Aerotek

Packer

North Brunswick, NJ · On-site

$18/hr

Packer The Packer plays a key role in supporting production operations by working closely with ... Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of North Brunswick, NJ. Pay and ...

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How much do contract packer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract packer in the United States is $16.11, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $17.31 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a contract packer?

Contract packers, also known as co-packers, are companies or service providers that specialize in packaging products for other businesses. They handle the packaging process, which can include assembling, packing, labeling, and sometimes even shipping products on behalf of their clients. This allows companies to outsource their packaging needs and focus on other aspects of their business, such as production and marketing. Contract packers are commonly used in industries like food and beverage, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a contract packer?

To thrive as a Contract Packer, you need strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and the ability to follow instructions, typically supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with packaging machinery, conveyor systems, and safety protocols is often required, and some employers may prefer experience with inventory management software. Reliability, teamwork, and time management are important soft skills that help ensure efficient workflow and meet production deadlines. These skills and qualities are essential for maintaining product quality, workplace safety, and meeting client expectations in a fast-paced environment.

What challenges do contract packers face in maintaining product quality, and how are they addressed?

Contract Packers often face challenges such as meeting diverse client specifications, ensuring the integrity of packaging materials, and adhering to strict quality control standards. To address these challenges, packers follow detailed standard operating procedures, participate in regular training sessions, and collaborate closely with quality assurance teams. Continuous inspection and clear communication with supervisors help ensure that products are packaged correctly and meet all regulatory and client requirements.

What is the difference between Contract Packer vs Warehouse Worker?

AspectContract PackerWarehouse Worker
CredentialsMinimal; often requires basic literacy and physical abilityMinimal; similar requirements, may include forklift certification for some roles
Work EnvironmentPackaging stations, production lines, often indoorsStorage areas, loading docks, distribution centers
Employer & Industry UsageManufacturing, e-commerce, retail supply chainsLogistics, shipping, distribution centers
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Contract packers focus on preparing products for shipment by packaging items efficiently, often working in production environments. Warehouse workers handle inventory, loading, and organizing goods within storage facilities. While both roles require physical stamina and similar basic skills, contract packers specialize in packaging tasks, whereas warehouse workers manage broader logistics functions.

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Infographic showing various Contract Packer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $33,506 per year, or $16.1 per hour.

Lab Technician

Portland Bottling Company

Portland, OR • On-site

$21/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 21 days ago

Job description

Please visit our website to learn more about Portland Bottling Company: WWW.PORTLAND BOTTLING.COM

Pay, Shift and Location:

  • Location: 16800 SE Evelyn St, Clackamas, Oregon 97015
  • $21 / hour starting wage (higher wage available for candidates with experience)
  • $2 shift differential, 7pm - 5am
  • Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday, 8:00pm – 6:30am ($2.00 shift differential applies!!)
  • 3 weeks PTO to start
  • Plus 9 Paid Floating Holidays


What Will You Do?

The Lab Tech is responsible for performing laboratory tests to determine chemical and physical characteristics or composition of our liquid products sold to the public. This includes blending specific ingredients as specified by formulas to create, develop and improve beverages.


Specific Job Duties


  • Tests materials and ingredients used in beverages for such qualities as odor, appearance, taste, total acidity, carbonation, nitrogen, and pH levels to verify conformity to specifications.
  • Testing of treated water for sensory, including odor and appearance. Perform treated water tests such as alkalinity, chlorine, manganese, and hardness.
  • Tests samples of manufactured products to verify conformity to specifications, ensuring compliance with food laws and standards of quality.
  • Sets up, calibrates, adjusts and operates laboratory equipment and instruments.
  • Prepares and adds chemicals or raw materials to process solutions or product batches to correct or establish formulation required to meet specifications.
  • Studies effects of various methods of processing, preservation, and packaging on composition and properties of beverages such as color, texture, aroma, taste, shelf life, and nutritive content.
  • Prepares graphs and chart as needed to accurately records test results on standardized forms and writes test reports describing procedures used.
  • Cleans the beverage processing equipment, manufacturing equipment, sewage treatment system and water supply wells.

Experience and Education Requirements

  • 2 years of experience working in a lab setting. Food/beverage manufacturing experience is preferred.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Application
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Excellent time management skills

Portland Bottling Company offers our employees a wide variety of comprehensive rewards and benefits including

  • Competitive pay
  • Medical including Prescription and Vision
  • Dental
  • Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
  • Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
  • 401K with company match
  • Generous pay for time off programs including paid personal time off (PTO), paid floating holidays, paid bereavement and paid jury duty
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Health reimbursement account
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Targeted learning and development opportunities

All within a positive and friendly work environment.

Our people go above and beyond for our customers. That’s why Portland Bottling Company offers a comprehensive, family-friendly package of compensation, benefits, programs, services, and support to ensure our team members can love what they do at work and enjoy their lives outside of it.

If you want to be part of a company that strives to create a working environment that stimulates team spirit, passion, engagement, and achievement, we want to hear from you!


About The Company

As the Pacific Northwest’s leading contract packer and co-packer of ready-to-drink beverage products for nearly a century, Portland Bottling Company provides flexibility and responsiveness, with unmatched regional and national reach, as well as the scale to handle the needs of any and all customers. PBC offers 24/7, end-to-end solutions with state-of-the-art equipment, in-line monitoring, and automated technologies for next level quality, reliability, efficiency and yield.

Our mission at Portland Bottling Company is to act as one team, committed to providing real differentiated value to our customers’ business by delivering the most trusted and highest quality solutions in the industry. That comes from providing an environment for our employees that is safe and promotes growth, development, and success.

PBC values diversity in its work force and is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.