Packer

Packer


Company
FRENCH CONNECTION
Location
Jamaica, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
15.25 an hour
Via
ZipRecruiter

Job Description
French Connection USA, a global retailer established since 1972, seeks a Warehouse Packer to join its Distribution and Logistics team.

Job Summary

The Warehouse Packer is Union Position. The ideal candidate is a dependable, energetic team player with exceptional time management and organization skills, seeking a fast-paced work environment.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
• Complete shipments by processing and loading orders
• Prepare and process requests and supply orders; pull materials; pack boxes; place completed orders in delivery area
• Provide quality service in accordance with company standards
• Data entry, document organization and daily reporting
• Maintain safe and clean work environments, including shipping supply area, pallet area, merchandise shelving and workstations
• Perform periodic equipment maintenance

Requirements
• Ability to lift (60) pounds without assistance
• Knowledge of UPS WorldShip and Fed Ex a plus
• Familiarity with radio frequency (RF) scanner equipment preferred
• Understanding of Inventory Control Process
• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Our Union employees enjoy a competitive benefits package including 100% employer paid health benefits and Pension plan contributions. There are regularly opportunities for overtime based on (8) hour work day.

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q What hourly rate including overtime applies to plumber positions in the United States starting January 2026?
According to the U.S. Department of Labor, plumbers receive a base rate of $32.45 per hour with time-and-a-half at $48.68 per hour for all hours over 40 in a workweek as of January 1 2026. This rate applies nationwide under the Fair Labor Standards Act for non-exempt plumbing roles. Union contracts in 12 states add an additional $4.25 per hour shift differential.
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U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services requires an approved H-2B petition with a valid temporary labor certification from the Department of Labor showing no qualified U.S. workers available. The visa cap for fiscal year 2026 is set at 66,000 with an additional 20,000 returning worker exemption available until March 31 2026. Applicants must submit Form I-129 and pay the $460 filing fee plus $150 fraud prevention fee.
Q What education and experience minimums qualify someone for licensed plumber jobs in the United States?
The U.S. Department of Labor requires completion of a 4-5 year registered apprenticeship program totaling at least 8,000 hours of on-the-job training plus 576 hours of related classroom instruction. A high school diploma or GED is mandatory before starting the apprenticeship. Four states additionally require 2 years of documented prior experience for license examination eligibility in 2026.
Q Which documents must be submitted when applying for plumber positions through official U.S. government workforce channels in 2026?
Job seekers must upload a completed ETA Form 9089, current plumbing license, and proof of apprenticeship completion to the Department of Labor's job bank system. A valid Social Security card and state-issued photo ID are required for I-9 verification within three business days of hire. Background check authorization forms must also be signed before any conditional offer.
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