Operator - Panning Packing (1st Shift)

Operator - Panning Packing (1st Shift)

Chicago, United States

Company
GEORGIA NUT COMPANY
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
4 days ago
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Job Description
Job DetailsJob Location:
Niles, IL 60714

Position Type:
Full Time

Education Level:
None

Salary Range:
$ $20.00 Hourly

Travel Percentage:
None

Job Shift:
First Shift

Job Category:
ManufacturingSUMMARY

Hand packing operator will ensure to pack product according to customer requirements by packing product into a finished good.

The process entails the following, daily set up (Table, tape machine, conveyor), maintain 5s (clean and organize), changeovers (SSOP), packing (labeling, mixing, form boxes, apply code date per specifications), HACCP forms, consumption of material and RAF reporting.
Hand packing operator will communicate and document efficiency standards while reporting inefficiencies to supervisor.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
• Receive and validate transfers with correct items numbers and quantities.
• Report problems with quality, equipment, material shortages, and incorrect formulas to the supervisor as they occur.
• Report and document metal detector reject per policy.
• Ensure that production is running standard.
• Run a continuous process from one shift to the next. One operator taking over for the other operator while in process of a mix (tag in tag out).
• Keep area clean and organized at all times.
• Complete passport labels and apply to pallet as completed.
• Turn paperwork into supervisor upon completion of your shift.
• Perform allergen cleaning's and have quality assurance sign off on paperwork.
• Adhere and follow all process procedures related to specifications.
• Adhere to material usages and provide feedback on any investigation.
• Follow all production, general manufacturing, and safety policies and procedures.
• Perform all equipment set-up's.
• Provide feedback to upper management for continuous improvement.
• Continuous employee empowerment

QualificationsPhysical/Environmental Requirements:
• Standing on a concrete floor.
• Wearing proper personal protective equipment (hair net, latex gloves, bump cap, ear plugs, safety shoes, and uniform).
• Bending, stooping, twist, turn, standing for extended time periods, reaching, and lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Required to work weekends during peak season.
• Required to work mandatory weekends and or overtime when needed.

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS
• High School Diploma or GED
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft AX, Word, and Excel.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be well-organized with high attention to detail.
• Ability to successfully prioritize workload.
• The ability to perform basic math skills.
• The ability to perform basic reading skills, such as: reading labels, formulas, and directions.
• Knowledge of measurement, percentages, and ratios.
• The ability to communicate and write effectively in English.
• Flexible working hours for a seven day operation.
• Dependable and adaptable to a fast pace work environment.

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS
• GMP's Training
• Allergen Training
• All GNC Safety Training Required
• ALL GNC Production as Required
• HACCP Training
• All Food Safety Training
• All GNC HR Policies
• Microsoft AX
• Manlift/Forklift Training
• SQF Training
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Packing Jobs in United States

Q What is the typical hourly wage range for entry-level packing jobs in the US in 2026?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, hand packers and packagers earn a median hourly wage of $18.50 in 2026, with the 10th percentile at $13.50 per hour and the 90th percentile at $24.00 per hour. Annual median earnings are $38,480 based on full-time work. Entry-level positions in warehouses start at $15.00 per hour on average.
Q What is the federal minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States in 2026?
The U.S. Department of Labor sets the federal minimum wage at $7.25 per hour for nonexempt packing jobs as of 2026, unchanged since July 24, 2009. Overtime pay is required at 1.5 times the regular rate for hours over 40 per week. States like New York require $15.00 to $18.00 per hour depending on region.
Q What visa do international workers need for packing jobs in the US in 2026?
International workers need an H-2B visa for temporary non-agricultural packing jobs, with a FY2026 cap of 130,716 visas including supplements (66,358 for first half, 64,358 for second half). Employers must obtain labor certification from DOL and file Form I-129 with USCIS at least 75 days before start date. H-2B status is valid up to 12 months.
Q What are the eligibility requirements for packing jobs with no experience in the US?
No formal education beyond 9th grade is required, and high school diploma is preferred but not mandatory for hand packing roles. Short-term on-the-job training lasts less than 1 month with no prior experience needed for 75% of positions. Physical ability to lift 50 pounds is typically required.
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