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How much do weekend packer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 20, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend packer in Portland, OR is $17.08, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.29 and $18.37 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a weekend packer?

A Weekend Packer is responsible for packing and preparing goods for shipment or distribution, typically working on weekends. Duties may include organizing products, labeling packages, sealing boxes, and ensuring items are packed securely. This role is common in warehouses, factories, and fulfillment centers. Attention to detail and the ability to work efficiently are important for success in this position.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the weekend packer position, and why are they important?

To excel as a Weekend Packer, you need strong attention to detail, manual dexterity, and basic literacy and numeracy skills, often with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with warehouse management systems, barcode scanners, and packaging equipment is usually beneficial. Reliability, time management, and teamwork are key soft skills that help you thrive in this position. These abilities ensure accurate order fulfillment, efficient workflow, and a positive work environment during busy weekend shifts.

What are the typical working hours and expectations for a weekend packer?

Weekend Packers are generally scheduled to work Friday evenings, Saturdays, and Sundays, with shift lengths varying based on employer needs—ranging from part-time to full eight-hour days. You can expect a fast-paced environment where physical stamina is important, as the job may require standing, lifting, and repetitive movements. Packers typically work alongside other warehouse staff, such as pickers and supervisors, to prepare customer orders and ensure timely shipping. This role is ideal for individuals seeking flexible or supplemental weekend income and can serve as a stepping stone to full-time warehouse or logistics positions.

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Weekend Packer jobs near you
Infographic showing various Weekend Packer job openings in Portland, OR as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 70% Full Time, 24% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $35,534 per year, or $17.1 per hour.

Pear Tester-Seasonal-Swing Shift

The Neil Jones Food Company

Vancouver, WA • On-site

$20.50 - $21.50/hr

Temporary

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

The Neil Jones Food Company is an industry leader, processing superior quality fresh-packed, vine-ripened California tomatoes and Pacific Northwest fruit. Headquartered in Vancouver, Washington, NJFC has been providing our nation’s discerning foodservice, retail, industrial and institutional customers with the finest quality canned and pouched products for over 50 years. NJFC operates three production facilities: Northwest Packing in Vancouver, WA.; San Benito Foods, in Hollister, CA; and Toma-Tek in Firebaugh, CA.

We are looking for a Seasonal Pear Tester-Swing Shift to inspect fruit and size pears. This role will be responsible for testing each ripening room for temperature and pressure of pears twice a day at our Northwest Packing plant in Vancouver, WA. This is a seasonal position supporting our fresh pack season, typically August – November.

For additional information, please see our “About Us” video, Our Story - Neil Jones Food Company

Key Responsibilities:

  • Use harness and get in fork lift in order to look at pears on the truck and inspect the size and quality of fruit.
  • Mark and tag the bins.
  • Document where pears came from, temperature, and pressure of the fruit.
  • Performs all duties in accordance with safety rules and regulations.

Requirements:

  • Follows all Food Safety Initiatives and Good Manufacturing Practices, GMPs.
  • Ability to wear a harness and get in forklift basket in order to inspect pears on trucks.
  • Ability to communicate verbally and in writing clearly and concisely.
  • Ability to perform the work accurately and thoroughly.
  • Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test and work extended schedule, weekends, and any shift assigned during the fresh pack season, typically August to November.

Benefits:

  • Eligible for paid sick leave

Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws

Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)

Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)

The Neil Jones Food Company participates in E-Verify

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We are an Equal Opportunity and Fair Chance Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, citizenship status, genetic information, military or veteran status, and other protected status under applicable law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.


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