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Lab Packer Jobs in Ohio (NOW HIRING)

Field Chemist

East Liverpool, OH · On-site

$17.75 - $24.25/hr

In lieu of degree 2+ years of related experience (required), previous experience in lab packing or environmental waste (preferred) * Valid Driver's License and ability to obtain a Class B CDL with ...

Finishing Operator - Crisco

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$16.25 - $19.75/hr

... another to provide oil to packing lines for finished product. Essential Duties: Strong ... Cartridges o Lab related duties including Hunter Color, Beta Carotene, Brine PH and specific ...

Finishing Operator - Crisco

Cincinnati, OH · On-site

$16.25 - $19.75/hr

... to packing lines for finished product. Essential Duties: • Strong interpersonal skills with ... Cartridges o Lab related duties including Hunter Color, Beta Carotene, Brine PH and specific ...

... and lab moves. This is a customer facing position, working at customer sites daily. The ... Prepare computer generated packing lists, labels, manifest, and land disposal restriction ...

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Lab Packer information

What is a lab packer?

Lab packers are professionals who specialize in the safe identification, categorization, packing, and disposal of hazardous or non-hazardous laboratory chemicals and materials. They work in environments such as research labs, hospitals, universities, and industrial facilities, ensuring that chemicals are handled in compliance with environmental regulations. Their responsibilities include segregating incompatible substances, labeling containers, and preparing items for transportation to approved disposal sites. Lab packers play a crucial role in maintaining safety and preventing chemical spills or accidents during the disposal process.

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

To thrive as a Lab Packer, you need attention to detail, knowledge of hazardous material handling, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with safety protocols, labeling systems, and inventory management software is typically required, and HAZWOPER certification is often preferred. Strong organizational skills, reliability, and effective communication set top performers apart in this role. These skills are vital to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient packaging, storage, and shipment of laboratory materials.

What challenges do lab packers face when handling hazardous materials, and how are these addressed?

Lab Packers often encounter the challenge of safely identifying, segregating, and packaging a variety of hazardous chemicals and laboratory waste. To address these challenges, they follow strict regulatory protocols, use personal protective equipment (PPE), and participate in ongoing safety training. Working closely with environmental health and safety teams, Lab Packers ensure that all materials are correctly labeled and documented, minimizing the risk of contamination or exposure. This collaborative and safety-focused approach helps maintain compliance and workplace safety.

What cities in Ohio are hiring for Lab Packer jobs?

Cities in Ohio with the most Lab Packer job openings:

Infographic showing various Lab Packer job openings in Ohio as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 71% Full Time, 14% Part Time, and 13% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution.

Packer / Machine Operator 2nd shift

Alliance, OH • On-site

$18/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Inspect finished products and verify quality meets required standards and specifications.

  • Pack finished products according to work instructions and customer requirements, ensuring correct identification and handling.

  • Maintain the work area in a clean, organized, and safe condition, following hygiene and contamination-prevention practices.


Job description

This is a position for IML Containers Ohio
The Line Packer is responsible for inspecting finished products(plastic food containers), packing them according to requirements, and maintaining adequate packaging supplies at the machine. This role supports product quality, traceability, and FSSC 22000 food safety requirements by ensuring products are handled correctly, records are completed accurately, and the work area is maintained in a clean, safe, and hygienic condition.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Follow the food safety rules in place, including but not limited to handwashing and hand sanitizing regularly, avoid the use of jewelries inside production floor, etc.
  • Perform visual inspection of finished products and verify quality meets required standards and specifications.
  • Pack finished products according to work instructions and customer requirements, ensuring correct identification and handling to prevent mix-ups or contamination.
  • Maintain required supplies at the machine in sufficient quantity and proper condition to support continuous, compliant production.
  • Complete required production documentation accurately and in a timely manner to support traceability and compliance.
  • Communicate quality issues, defects, equipment concerns, or any abnormal conditions to the Team Leader and/or Technician immediately.
  • Maintain the work area in a clean, organized, and safe condition, following housekeeping and hygiene requirements.
  • Follow applicable food safety and hygiene rules in place and support contamination-prevention practices.
  • Immediately report any non-conforming product, food safety hazard, deviation, or FSMS concern to identified personnel (Team Leader/Technician/Quality, as applicable).
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Team Leader or Management.

Work Schedule:
  • 2nd shift: 02:45 PM - 11:15 PM

Benefits:
  • Temperature-controlled production floor
  • Health, Life, Vision, Dental Insurance after the introductory period
  • Attendance Bonus $1/h up to 80h in the pay period
  • $0.25 raise after introductory period
  • 2 paid breaks of 15 min during the shift according to schedule
  • Shift Bonus : 2nd shift - $1.00/h
  • 401(k) after 1 year employment
  • PTO
  • LTD/STD
  • Raises once a year

Requirements:
  • Lift up to 60 lbs. on a frequent basis
  • Push or pull with up to 60 lbs. of force on an occasional basis
  • Frequent standing, walking, and manual handling of materials for up to 8 hours a day.
  • Stoop, kneel, climb or squat on an occasional basis
  • Use hands to grip, pinch, handle, reach, or feel on a frequent basis
  • Possess manual dexterity and ability to work in a fast-pace environment
  • To be authorized to work in USA - we participate in E-verify.
  • To pass a drug and background screening, according to the company`s policy

Educations and/or Experience:
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Prior line packer experience.
  • Prior line packer experience in a food industry will be an asset.

Environment:
  • The work environment described here is representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • The noise level in the work environment does not require hearing protection, due to the noise levels being below the limits, but earplugs are provided if desired.
  • Dress code required is tied shoes and long pants. Hair net, beard net and lab coat are provided. Jewelry/painted nails/false eyelashes are NOT allowed in production floor.

Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This will be evaluated and handled on a case-by-case basis.
IML Containers North America INC. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, national origin, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any legally protected status. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans are encouraged to apply.