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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 ...

Packer

Troy, OH · On-site

$20.38/hr

Location: Spinnaker, a Mactac Company - Troy, OH Packer Position Summary: This position is ... contract.

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Huntley, IL · On-site

$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 ...

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 ...

Packer

Troy, OH · On-site

$20.38/hr

Location: Spinnaker, a Mactac Company - Troy, OH Packer Position Summary: This position is ... contract.

Packer

Lake Bluff, IL · On-site

$18/hr

Warehouse Packer 90 Day Contract - to - Hire 1st shift 5am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday and some Saturdays $18/hour - will be a pay increase when brought on as an SPI employee (90 days) * Pack small pipe ...

Packer

Lake Bluff, IL · On-site

$18/hr

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Part-Time Packer

Troy, OH · On-site

$13.75 - $16.50/hr

Join our team as a Part-Time Packer and build a schedule that works for you. We are actively ... contract.

Finished Product Packer Location: Valparaiso, IN Pay: $20.84 Shift: 1st Shift - 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM ... Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered property of Sun ...

Warehouse Packer 90 Day Contract - to - Hire 1st shift 5am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday and some Saturdays $18/hour - will be a pay increase when brought on as an SPI employee (90 days) * Pack small pipe ...

Job Title: Picker and Packer This role focuses on accurately picking and packing products in a ... Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Agawam, MA. Pay and Benefits ...

Shipper/ Packer

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

$14 - $16.75/hr

Read specifications and photographs as/if required in DLA contract. * Formal training of technical/certifiable aspects of packing and shipping hazardous material is required every two years.

Finished Product Packer Location: Valparaiso, IN Pay: $20.84 Shift: 1st Shift - 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM ... Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered property of Sun ...

Finished Product Packer Location: Valparaiso, IN Pay: $20.84 Shift: 1st Shift - 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM ... Additionally, any resume submitted without a contract in place will be considered property of Sun ...

Certified Nursing Assistant - CBRF

Antigo, WI · On-site

$16.50 - $21/hr

... 8-13 week contract! This assignment is within an Assisted Living facility. Being a part of the Packers Staffing team allows you to create your own schedule, so you can still have that work/life ...

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How much do contract packer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 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.

Forklift Operator, Graveyard

Portland, OR • On-site

Portland Bottling Company
Food Services and Drinking Places • 201 - 500 employees

$24.35/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 23 days ago


Job description

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



Job Summary

  • This position is based out of our Clackamas plant: 16800 SE Evelyn St Clackamas, OR
  • The schedule for this position is: Sunday – Thursday, 10pm – 6:30am
  • Starting pay as high as $24.35 for candidates with prior experience
  • $2 shift differential applies!!
  • 3 weeks of PTO 
  • Plus 9 Floating Holidays

As a forklift driver, you will safely operate an electric or propane forklift in a fast-paced manufacturing warehouse. Your main responsibilities include moving and staging pallets needed to support the shipping dock, following FEFO procedures.

You will work closely with the warehouse team by staging materials on the dock to ensure the trucks stay on schedule. Inventory accuracy is a critical part of the role, scanning materials and recording product movements is required for every pallet move.

Safety is our top priority. Team members are expected to follow all safety procedures while maintaining productivity and helping keep the warehouse organized and efficient.


Key Responsibilities

  • Operate an electric or propane forklift safely and efficiently in a busy warehouse
  • Move raw materials and finished goods products throughout the warehouse, using an RF scanner and the ERP system
  • Stage pallets of finished goods for the shipping dock following FEFO (First Expired, First out)
  • Load and unload trailers
  • Work in a fast-paced environment while following all safety standards.
  • Ensure materials are available when needed to support shipping times
  • Follow GMP rules/ wear PPE (hairnet, safety glasses, vest) at all times.


Minimum Requirements

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • 1+ years of experience working in a warehouse environment, manufacturing preferred
  • 1+ years of experience operating a Forklift, sit down and propane preferred
  • Possesses a high regard for safety in the workplace

Preferred Qualifications

  • Certified Forklift Operator License
  • RF Scanning experience


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
  • 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.


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.


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!


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.