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Online Packing Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Packer

Albia, IA · On-site

$13.75 - $16.75/hr

Packing Role: * Responsible for packing aluminum extrusions per customer and company requirements. * Secure bundles for finished material and prepare for shipment. * Assist in various ...

Key Responsibilities: - Carefully inspect, assemble, and seal a variety of packaging materials, including boxes, bags, and containers - Operate packing equipment and machinery with precision and ...

Packer

Osage, IA · On-site

$12.25 - $14.75/hr

Packer Join a dynamic team as a Packer in the Paper/Pulp/Printing industry, where you'll be integral to ensuring packaging efficiency and quality. This position offers an engaging opportunity to work ...

Packer

Albia, IA · On-site

$13.75 - $16.75/hr

Responsibilities Prepare finished products for shipment by packing them securely. * Ensure that packaging meets quality standards and specifications. * Operate hand tools and machinery as needed for ...

Packer

Clearfield, IA · On-site

$14.25 - $17/hr

Ensure packing material is free from defects * Resolve as many immediately correctable issues as possible in the course of his/her normal daily activities * When encountering problems, notify machine ...

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Packer

Mitchellville, IA · On-site

$18.15/hr

Read and follow packing instructions accurately * Assist with inventory control and loss prevention * Label cases properly and ensure correct weights on packages * Maintain clean and organized work ...

Packer

Clearfield, IA · On-site

$14.25 - $17/hr

Ensure packing material is free from Defects * Resolve as many immediately correctable issues as possible in the course of his/her normal daily activities * When encountering problems, notify machine ...

Packer

Clearfield, IA · On-site

$14.25 - $17/hr

Ensure packing material is free from Defects * Resolve as many immediately correctable issues as possible in the course of his/her normal daily activities * When encountering problems, notify machine ...

Packer

Burlington, IA · On-site

$19.10 - $22.10/hr

As one of these important team members, your day will include: - Assembling boxes, packing bagged product from the packaging tables into the cases and placing them on pallets, inspecting finished ...

Packer

Burlington, IA

$19.10 - $22.10/hr

As one of these important team members, your day will include: - Assembling boxes, packing bagged product from the packaging tables into the cases and placing them on pallets, inspecting finished ...

Serves in a multi-faceted role of operating, packing, and maintaining required supplies at the machines to keep it producing flawlessly. * The machine must produce parts at high levels of quality and ...

Serves in a multi-faceted role of operating, packing, and maintaining required supplies at the machines to keep it producing flawlessly. * The machine must produce parts at high levels of quality and ...

Serves in a multi-faceted role of operating, packing, and maintaining required supplies at the machines to keep it producing flawlessly. * The machine must produce parts at high levels of quality and ...

Inspector Packer

Bettendorf, IA · On-site

$13.50 - $16.25/hr

Basic entry level operation of packing equipment * Clear product jams as needed and trained * Ensure needed packaging supplies and labels are in production area * Performs basic housekeeping/5S ...

Inspector Packer

Bettendorf, IA · On-site

$13.50 - $16.25/hr

Basic entry level operation of packing equipment * Clear product jams as needed and trained * Ensure needed packaging supplies and labels are in production area * Performs basic housekeeping/5S ...

Inspector Packer

Bettendorf, IA

$13.50 - $16.25/hr

Basic entry level operation of packing equipment * Clear product jams as needed and trained * Ensure needed packaging supplies and labels are in production area * Performs basic housekeeping/5S ...

Inspector Packer

Bettendorf, IA · On-site

$13.50 - $16.25/hr

Basic entry level operation of packing equipment * Clear product jams as needed and trained * Ensure needed packaging supplies and labels are in production area * Performs basic housekeeping/5S ...

Inspector Packer

Bettendorf, IA

$13.50 - $16.25/hr

Basic entry level operation of packing equipment * Clear product jams as needed and trained * Ensure needed packaging supplies and labels are in production area * Performs basic housekeeping/5S ...

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How much do online packing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 28, 2026, the average hourly pay for online packing in Iowa is $15.13, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.56 and $16.25 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an online packing?

An Online Packing job involves packaging products that have been ordered online before they are shipped to customers. Responsibilities typically include sorting, labeling, and securely packing items to ensure they arrive in good condition. This role is common in warehouses, distribution centers, and e-commerce fulfillment facilities. It may also involve quality checks and maintaining packing supplies. No prior experience is usually required, though attention to detail and efficiency are important skills for this job.

What does an online packing do?

A typical workday for an Online Packing team member involves picking products according to online orders, inspecting items for quality, packaging them securely, and labeling shipments accurately using warehouse technology. You’ll often collaborate with inventory teams to ensure stock levels are accurate and work closely with shipping departments to dispatch orders on time. The environment tends to be fast-paced, with clear performance targets and safety protocols to follow. Over time, proficiency in these tasks can open doors to supervisory or specialized roles within the warehouse or logistics departments.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in online packing?

To excel in an Online Packing role, you typically need attention to detail, basic computer literacy, and experience with order fulfillment processes, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with inventory management systems, barcode scanners, and shipping software is commonly required. Strong organizational skills, reliability, and the ability to work efficiently both independently and as part of a team are valuable soft skills. These abilities ensure accurate, timely, and safe packing of products to maintain customer satisfaction and smooth warehouse operations.

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Infographic showing various Online Packing job openings in Iowa as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, and 9% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $31,471 per year, or $15.1 per hour.

Direct Ship Packer - Staples Promotional Products

Staples, Inc.

Orange City, IA • On-site

$19.75/hr

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

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5.7

Company rating: 5.7 out of 10

Based on 637 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

456th of 738 rated retailers


Job description

Staples is business to business. You're what binds us together.

While you may know Staples as the world's leading office supply company, Staples Promotional Products - a division of Staples - is a national leader in the promotional products industry. At Staples Promotional Products, we help customers build love for their brands with customized merchandise solutions. Whatever story they want to tell, connection they want to make, or goal they need to deliver, Staples Promo makes it easy to design promo experiences that create lasting impact. Join our winning team!

Pay:  $19.75/Hourly

Shift Hours:  7:00am-3:30pmMonday-Friday

What you will be doing:

  • Pack direct ship orders for specific retailers and customers according to their unique shipping and packaging requirements.

  • Match work orders to sales orders, verify correct logos and quantities, and prepare boxes for shipment with accurate labels and packing slips.

  • Organize, identify, and pack merchandise with a strong focus on accuracy, timeliness, and customer compliance.

  • Help meet 24-hour shipment expectations while minimizing errors that could result in customer chargebacks.

  • Support related warehouse areas as needed, including Shipping, Picking, and Receiving.

  • Prepare garments and cartons by hangtagging, hangering, applying crown sizers, labeling garments, and labeling cartons according to customer standards.

  • Use Microsoft Office and company warehouse management systems to complete data entry and order-processing tasks.

What You Bring to the Table:

  • A strong attention to detail and commitment to packing every order accurately.

  • The ability to follow written and verbal instructions in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

  • A dependable, team-oriented approach and willingness to support multiple distribution functions.

  • Comfort using computers, Microsoft Office, and warehouse management systems for data entry and order tracking.

  • A focus on quality, customer requirements, and meeting daily shipping deadlines.

What's needed: Basic Qualifications:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. 50% of the time
  • Ability to walk and stand 100% of the time
  • Basic data entry and computer skills.

  • Basic English language skills (both verbal and written communications). 

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Previous warehouse, packing, shipping, receiving, picking, or distribution experience preferred.

We Offer:

  • Inclusive culture with associate-led Business Resource Groups 
  • 112 Hours of PTO and Holiday Schedule (7 observed paid holidays + 1 floating holiday)
  • Online and Retail Discounts, Company Match 401(k), Physical and Mental Health Wellness programs, and more! 

The physical demands described 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. 

Staples is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Staples is the country's largest operator of office supplies superstores, offering a vast selection of products at low prices, primarily to small business owners. The company has a strong online presence and operates over 994 stores in the U.S. and 40 warehouses/fulfillment centers. The company was founded by Leo Kahn and Thomas G. Stemberg, and opened its first store in Brighton, Massachusetts on May 1, 1986. By 1996, it had reached the Fortune 500, and later acquired the office supplies company Quill Corporation. Staples provides office and school supplies, office furnishings, electronics, software, snack and beauty products, as well as offering printing and technological services. The company has a strong commitment to innovation and customer service.

Industry

Retail

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Framingham, MA, US

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