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Warehouse Worker

Buffalo, NY · On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience in picking, packing, scanning, palletizing, and shipping. Responsibilities * Picking and packing orders accurately * Scanning items to maintain ...

Paper Converting Machine

Field Service Technician

$82K - $110K/yr

Install proprietary wrapping and palletizing equipment, including troubleshooting and maintenance of the equipment within customer's existing manufacturing and production facilities. * Conduct ...

Openwork, LLC

Production Associate

Inman, SC · On-site

$17/hr

Responsibilities for this Production Associate job include: - Loading machines with material, and overseeing the machine as it runs - Inspecting the material before palletizing to ensure it meets ...

Barry-Wehmiller Companies

Field Service Technician

$82K - $110K/yr

Install proprietary wrapping and palletizing equipment, including troubleshooting and maintenance of the equipment within customer's existing manufacturing and production facilities. * Conduct ...

Barry Wehmiller Group

Field Service Technician

$82K - $110K/yr

Install proprietary wrapping and palletizing equipment, including troubleshooting and maintenance of the equipment within customer's existing manufacturing and production facilities. * Conduct ...

Actalent

Controls Engineer

Rockford, MI · Hybrid

$70K - $91K/yr

Program industrial robots such as Yaskawa Motoman or Fanuc for palletizing and other automated applications, including pattern changes and system adjustments. * Work within an ERP system (such as ...

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How much do palletizing jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 11, 2026, the average hourly pay for palletizing in the United States is $17.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.87 and $18.27 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is palletizing?

Palletizing is the process of stacking, arranging, and securing products or packages onto pallets for storage or transportation. This task can be performed manually by workers or automatically using palletizing machines and robots. Proper palletizing ensures products are stable and protected during shipping, improves warehouse organization, and helps optimize space. It is a common practice in manufacturing, warehousing, and logistics industries.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a palletizer?

To thrive as a Palletizer, you need attention to detail, basic math skills, and physical fitness, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with palletizing machinery, warehouse management systems, and safety certifications like OSHA are typically required. Strong teamwork, reliability, and communication skills help ensure smooth workflow and coordination with other warehouse staff. These skills are crucial for maintaining efficiency, safety, and accuracy in high-paced warehouse environments.

What are some common challenges faced in a palletizing role and how can they be managed?

In a palletizing role, common challenges include maintaining accuracy under time pressure, handling repetitive motions, and ensuring the safe stacking of products to prevent damage. To manage these, workers often rely on teamwork, clear communication with machine operators or warehouse supervisors, and adherence to safety protocols. Many employers provide training on proper lifting techniques and use automation tools to reduce physical strain, making it important to stay updated on equipment and process improvements.

What is the difference between Palletizing vs Packing Worker?

AspectPalletizingPacking Worker
Primary RoleArranging products onto pallets for shipmentPackaging products into boxes or containers
Work EnvironmentWarehouses, distribution centersManufacturing plants, warehouses
CredentialsBasic OSHA training, forklift certification often preferredBasic safety training, sometimes forklift or hand tool training
Industry UsageLogistics, warehousing, manufacturingManufacturing, e-commerce, retail

While both roles are essential in warehouse operations, palletizing focuses on stacking products onto pallets for shipping, whereas packing workers prepare individual products for distribution. Understanding these differences helps in choosing the right career path or job search focus.

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Infographic showing various Palletizing job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 91% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 3% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,029 per year, or $17.3 per hour.

Palletizer Operator- first shift

Klingerstown, PA • On-site

Michael Foods
Food and Drink Manufacturing • 1 - 5K employees
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Posted 25 days ago

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Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

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Job description

Business Unit Overview
Michael Foods, Inc. is a leader in the food processing and distribution industry with business in egg products, refrigerated grocery and potato products. We offer exciting job possibilities throughout our organization where you can enhance your career, sharpen your talents and make an impact. Join our company and be part of an innovative team that's First in Food.
Location Description
Michael Foods, Inc. located in Klingerstown, Pennyslvania known for their ice cream socials at Klingerstown Lutheran Parish, fishing rodeo, and fireman's parade.
Responsibilities
POSITION SUMMARY
This position has the responsibility to comply with Safety work rules at all times, as well as an obligation to reinforce Safety as a Core Value. Ensures that all policies, procedures, and activities related to Food Safety and Quality are followed and complied with uniformly in an effort to reduce product and process variability.
The purpose of the Robotic Palletizing Operator is to monitor the robotic palletizing machines, following all safety policies and procedures, as they collect and separate cases of egg patties and/or omelets according to product SKU and line. This person must ensure cases are not mixed on skids, as well as prepare boxes for pre-cooked products, ensuring the correct boxes are prepared and ejected properly so production flow is maintained at the highest level. The Distribution Department, customers, and consumers benefit from the work of the Palletizing Operator, ensuring orders are sorted properly.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Accountable for a safe and healthy workplace for everyone. Adhere to all safety policies and procedures and incorporate safety and health in all jobs and tasks.
  • Ensure regulatory compliance at all times.
  • Adhere to safety policies such as LOTO, PPE, PIT, and Housekeeping.
  • Operate the robotic palletizing machines, ensuring cases are properly stacked according to product SKU and line.
  • Ensure all full pallets are indexed and wrapped with plastic.
  • Enter data into the SAP system.
  • Maintain frequent communication with leads and/or supervisor.
  • Keep empty pallets, slip sheets, and other necessary supplies on hand for the job.
  • Perform preventive maintenance on the equipment as needed.
  • Determine if product meets proper specifications and take corrective action as needed.
  • Stack cases of product manually as needed.
  • Maintain cleanliness and general good housekeeping of the palletizing area, keeping all debris and dirt swept up.
  • Expected to adhere to safe work practices, follow GMP and HACCP guidelines, maintain sanitary conditions, and ensure that product quality is maintained in order to maintain SQF Level 3 certification. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety, food quality, or personnel safety.
  • Maintain a positive work atmosphere by acting and communicating in a manner that promotes positive relationships with customers, clients, co-workers, and management.
  • Adhere to Quality work practices, follow GMPs, maintain sanitary conditions, and ensure that product quality is maintained. Report to management any conditions or practices that may adversely affect food safety and quality.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
  • High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED), or equivalent.
  • Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
  • Ability to write simple correspondence.
  • Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations.
  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
  • Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
  • Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
  • Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Certification.
  • Valid driver's license.
  • Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) training.
PREFERRED EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS
  • Ability to safely lift up to 55 lbs. when handling CHEP pallets for hand-stacking finished outgoing product. Whenever possible, two (2) people should lift or move the pallet. Never lift more than your own capability.
  • Ability to continuously lift up to 30 lbs. when hand-stacking cases of finished product.
  • Ability to work independently.
  • Basic reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.
  • Basic computer skills.
  • Strong mechanical background.
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to work indoors in a continuously cold environment.
  • Ability to climb and travel stairs.
  • Wear designated Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required for the job.
  • Adhere to Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) policies and procedures established for Robotic Palletizing Equipment.
  • Obtain Powered Industrial Truck (PIT) Operator Certification.
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the position.
  • Ability to operate specific equipment and tools.
  • Skill in working with computers and experience with spreadsheet and word-processing software.

The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, or skills that may be required.
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About Michael Foods

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While our Michael Foods name has only been around since 1987, our true origins date all the way back to 1908 on a small family farm in New England. Over the past century, our capabilities have grown into innovative food offerings that reduce food safety risk, naturally extended shelf life and simplify food preparation and processing for foodservice kitchens and food manufacturers alike. Today, Michael Foods is a multi-billion-dollar supplier of foodservice, food ingredient and retail offerings that specializes in value-added eggs, and refrigerated potatoes. What’s our secret recipe? Great people, make real great food. Not only in our farms, facilities and offices across the country, but in the communities where we live and work. Explore more about who we are and how we strive to be First in Food for you by clicking below.

Industry

Food and drink manufacturing

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Minnetonka, MN, US

Year founded

1908

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