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Pactiv Evergreen Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Plant Manager

Downingtown, PA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Manage operations through the use of the Pactiv Evergreen Production System (PEPS) Requirements: Bachelor's Degree BA/BS degree in Business, Operations, Engineering or a related field is preferred 5 ...

Infeed Material Operator

Mooresville, NC · On-site

$21.32 - $26.12/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Infeed Material Operator |Mooresville, NC | HIRING IMMEDIATELY Come Build Your Career at Pactiv Evergreen! Do you have experience with extrusion and/or plastics manufacturing? We're looking for you!

Extrusion Process Technician

Chicago, IL

$37.31 - $47.97/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Extrusion Process Technician | Bedford Park | HIRING IMMEDIATELY Pactiv Evergreen is seeking a self-motivated, solutions oriented Process Technician to join our manufacturing facility in Bedford Park ...

Infeed Material Operator

Mooresville, NC

$21.32 - $26.12/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Infeed Material Operator |Mooresville, NC | HIRING IMMEDIATELY Come Build Your Career at Pactiv Evergreen! Do you have experience with extrusion and/or plastics manufacturing? We're looking for you!

Infeed Material Operator

Mooresville, NC · On-site

$21.32 - $26.12/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Infeed Material Operator |Mooresville, NC | HIRING IMMEDIATELY Come Build Your Career at Pactiv Evergreen! Do you have experience with extrusion and/or plastics manufacturing? We're looking for you!

Infeed Material Operator

Mooresville, NC · On-site

$21.32 - $26.12/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Infeed Material Operator |Mooresville, NC | HIRING IMMEDIATELY Come Build Your Career at Pactiv Evergreen! Do you have experience with extrusion and/or plastics manufacturing? We're looking for you!

Extrusion Process Technician

Bedford Park, IL · On-site

$37.31 - $47.97/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

Extrusion Process Technician | Bedford Park | HIRING IMMEDIATELY Pactiv Evergreen is seeking a self-motivated, solutions oriented Process Technician to join our manufacturing facility in Bedford Park ...

Packaging Associate I

Kalamazoo, MI

$19.32/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Pactiv Evergreen, now a part of Novolex, is hiring Packers for our Kalamazoo plant. APPLY Today! ROLE: Inspects and packages product, rotates throughout production lines as directed by the Team ...

Packaging Associate I

Kalamazoo, MI · On-site

$19.32/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Pactiv Evergreen, now a part of Novolex, is hiring Packers for our Kalamazoo plant. APPLY Today! ROLE: Inspects and packages product, rotates throughout production lines as directed by the Team ...

Packaging Associate I

Kalamazoo, MI · On-site

$19.32/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Pactiv Evergreen, now a part of Novolex, is hiring Packers for our Kalamazoo plant. APPLY Today! ROLE: Inspects and packages product, rotates throughout production lines as directed by the Team ...

Packaging Associate I

Kalamazoo, MI · On-site

$19.32/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

Pactiv Evergreen, now a part of Novolex, is hiring Packers for our Kalamazoo plant. APPLY Today! ROLE: Inspects and packages product, rotates throughout production lines as directed by the Team ...

Tugger Driver I

Frankfort, IL · On-site

$19.43 - $22.07/hr

Tugger Driver Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing ...

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How much do pactiv evergreen jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 15, 2026, the average hourly pay for pactiv evergreen in the United States is $19.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.31 and $21.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is Pactiv Evergreen?

Pactiv Evergreen is a leading manufacturer and distributor of food and beverage packaging solutions in North America. Employees at Pactiv Evergreen work in various roles, including manufacturing, engineering, logistics, sales, and corporate functions, all focused on producing packaging products for restaurants, supermarkets, and foodservice providers. The company is known for its commitment to sustainability, safety, and innovation in packaging technology. Team members contribute to the development, production, and delivery of products that help keep food fresh and safe.

What is the difference between Pactiv Evergreen vs Packer?

AspectPactiv EvergreenPacker
Primary RoleManufacturing and converting packaging productsAssembling, packing, and preparing products for shipment
Work EnvironmentIndustrial, manufacturing plantsWarehouses, distribution centers
Required CertificationsBasic safety training, possibly forklift certificationSafety training, forklift operation often required
Industry UsageFoodservice, consumer packagingLogistics, distribution, manufacturing

While Pactiv Evergreen focuses on manufacturing packaging materials, Packer roles are primarily involved in assembling and preparing products for shipment within similar industrial settings. Both roles require safety training and may involve forklift operation, but their core responsibilities differ in production versus packing tasks.

What challenges do employees face working at Pactiv Evergreen?

Employees in manufacturing or production roles at Pactiv Evergreen often encounter challenges such as maintaining high safety standards while working with fast-paced and automated machinery, adapting to shift-based schedules, and meeting strict production targets. Collaboration with team members and supervisors is essential to ensure efficient workflow and troubleshoot any issues that arise on the production line. Over time, employees can develop valuable skills in process improvement and may have opportunities to move into supervisory or technical specialist positions within the company.

What skills and qualifications are needed to work at Pactiv Evergreen?

To thrive as a production worker at Pactiv Evergreen, you need a solid understanding of manufacturing processes, attention to detail, and often a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with operating machinery, quality control systems, and safety protocols is typically required, and certifications in forklift operation or OSHA safety can be advantageous. Strong teamwork, communication, and problem-solving skills help individuals excel in fast-paced, collaborative environments. These abilities ensure efficient production, workplace safety, and high-quality product output in a manufacturing setting.
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Infographic showing various Pactiv Evergreen job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 67% Full Time, 30% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $41,425 per year, or $19.9 per hour.

$18.64 - $20.64/hr

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Pactiv Evergreen rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 82 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

73rd of 119 rated packaging manufacturers


Job description

Packer

City of Industry, CA

Compensation Includes

  • Starting Pay Rate of $18.64 - $20.64/hour

Available Shift

  • 1st
  • 2nd

Overview

Responsible for catching and inspecting bags, ensuring that product meets our quality standards, with minimal waste.

Responsibilities

  • Continuously perform all required tasks in a safe manner, adhering to all established safety rules and procedures. Must take immediate action to correct and/or report any unsafe conditions and hazards
  • Utilize lockout/tagout as required, following established policy; ensure guarding is in place at all times
  • Keep work area clean and organized, per standards
  • Ensure that work is being performed in a manner to produce quality products, according to our quality requirements and specifications
  • Follow all applicable food service policies and procedures
  • Follow all PPE policies, wearing steel toed shoes, hearing protection, safety glasses, hair nets/beard nets, etc. as required
  • Meet production targets set by management
  • Catch bags as they come off machine
  • Inspect bags for flaws in quality, assembly, print or other problems, and reject those that do not meet standards set by management
  • Place proper amount of bags into sleeve in the press
  • Place labels on boxes, making sure they are marked correctly, neatly and are upright
  • Spot check boxes to make sure correct count of bags are enclosed
  • Place acceptable boxes on skids by using proper lifting techniques
  • Place bundles of bags into poly bags when needed
  • Must be able to keep up with budgeted machine speed
  • Keep accurate production reports, ensuring all required forms are filled out completely, accurately and legibly
  • If no specific work instructions are given, clean-up is to be performed at your normal work area
  • Meet/achieve safety, quality, production, waste and housekeeping goals as set forth by management
  • Other miscellaneous duties as assigned by management

Qualifications

  • Reading, writing and basic math skills are needed to complete paperwork
  • This is an entry level position
  • Must have ability to discern detail and make decisions about bag quality
  • Must be able to keep up with pace of machine
Company Benefits What You'll Get From Us Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through MyLearning. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program (Non-Union), and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact myHRservices@novolex.com.

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