Packer - 1st/2nd Shift
Company
Creative Packaging
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
14 days ago
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Job Description
Packer - Chicago
Advertised Pay: 1st Shift $17/hour
2nd Shift $18/hour
Shift Availability:
1st: 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM
2nd: 3:15 PM to 1:45 AM
General Information:
Creative Packaging is a rapidly growing, fast-paced manufacturing company who is looking for full-time Packers at our Chicago, Illinois location. This position will report directly to the Shift Lead.
Job Description:
-Fast pace packing of gel packs
-Inspecting quality of gel packs (ensuring no leaks, and packing them flat)
-Palletizing cases of gel packs (lifting 40lbs frequently throughout shift)
-Changing film roll (lifting up to 100lbs with a partner multiple times throughout shift)
-Wearing required PPE on production floor
-Cleaning work station at end of shift
-Stocking work station at end of shift
-Ensuring work station is safe to work in throughout shift (no gel on the floor)
-Following instructions from shift Leader(s)
Preferred Qualifications:
-Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
• Do you have anything on your criminal history? If yes, please explain.
• If offered the position, how soon can you start?
Shift availability:
• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
• Chicago, IL 60632 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Advertised Pay: 1st Shift $17/hour
2nd Shift $18/hour
Shift Availability:
1st: 5:00 AM to 3:30 PM
2nd: 3:15 PM to 1:45 AM
General Information:
Creative Packaging is a rapidly growing, fast-paced manufacturing company who is looking for full-time Packers at our Chicago, Illinois location. This position will report directly to the Shift Lead.
Job Description:
-Fast pace packing of gel packs
-Inspecting quality of gel packs (ensuring no leaks, and packing them flat)
-Palletizing cases of gel packs (lifting 40lbs frequently throughout shift)
-Changing film roll (lifting up to 100lbs with a partner multiple times throughout shift)
-Wearing required PPE on production floor
-Cleaning work station at end of shift
-Stocking work station at end of shift
-Ensuring work station is safe to work in throughout shift (no gel on the floor)
-Following instructions from shift Leader(s)
Preferred Qualifications:
-Experience working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $18.00 per hour
Benefits
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
• Do you have anything on your criminal history? If yes, please explain.
• If offered the position, how soon can you start?
Shift availability:
• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
• Chicago, IL 60632 (Required)
Work Location: In person
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As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the median hourly wage for welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers is $25.22 as of May 2026 data. Welders in manufacturing earn $26.15 per hour on average while those in construction receive $24.80 per hour. Overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate applies after 40 hours per week under the Fair Labor Standards Act.
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