Night Shift Picker/Packer (8PM - 4AM)

Night Shift Picker/Packer (8PM - 4AM)

New York, United States

Company
SOUTHEAST ASIA MARKET, LLC
Location
Brooklyn, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
17 an hour
Via
ZipRecruiter

Job Description
Southeast Asia Market is an Asian grocery and produce distributor to food service businesses as well as direct to consumer.

We are seeking night shift picker/packer who has experience in working in a warehouse environment. Pick/packer are expected to work in a refrigerated and freezer environment. Refrigeration is held at 40 degrees Fahrenheit and the freezer is held at 0 degree Fahrenheit.

Nightshift hours are between the hours of 8PM to 4AM.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Familiarize with our extensive inventory within a week;
• Pick and pack goods neatly and presentably in boxes;
• Stage products in the right location (i.e. Dry, Freezer and Refrigerator)

Requirements:
• Ability to learn and work independently.
• Proven extraordinary organizational skills.
• Experience in working in a warehouse environment, grocery store or supermarket.
• Flexible hours, available to work night shifts.

Preferences:
• Knowledge of Asian produce and grocery
• Prior experience working in an Asian supermarket or grocery store.
• Prior experience with picking and packing goods.

Compensation:
• Starting at $17.00 per hour.

Application:
• All candidates MUST submit a full resume.
• Candidates with a description about themselves and why they’re interested in the job will be given preference.
Job Type: Full-time

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Quick answers about Packing Jobs in United States

Q What is the federal minimum wage for packing jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division, the federal minimum wage under the Fair Labor Standards Act remains $7.25 per hour as of 2026. Packing jobs qualify as non-exempt work, requiring overtime pay at 1.5 times the regular rate for all hours worked over 40 in a workweek. State minimums are higher in 30 states, such as $16.00 per hour in California.
Q What is the median hourly wage for packers and packagers in the US in 2026?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median hourly wage for packers and packagers, hand (SOC 53-7062) is $15.92 ($33,100 annually) based on May 2023 data, with 10th percentile at $12.35 per hour and 90th at $21.07 per hour. Wages average $16.94 per hour nationally. Entry-level packing jobs start at $14.00 to $16.00 per hour depending on location.
Q What work visa is required for international applicants seeking packing jobs in the US in 2026?
As per USCIS, foreign workers for temporary non-agricultural packing jobs use the H-2B visa, with a fiscal year 2026 cap of 66,000 base visas plus up to 64,000 supplementals from prior appropriations. Employers must obtain labor certification from DOL and file Form I-129, costing $460 filing fee. Processing time is 2-4 months.
Q What education or prior experience is needed for entry-level packing jobs in the US?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, packers and packagers need no formal educational credential and no previous work experience. Training is short-term on-the-job, typically 1 month or less. About 70% of jobs require high school diploma or equivalent for safety and literacy reasons.
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