Packer Night Shift

Packer Night Shift

New York, United States

Company
Damascus Bakery
Location
New York, NY
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
16 an hour
Via
ZipRecruiter

Job Description
DAMASCUS BAKERIES is a 3rd Generation Bakery founded in 1930. We have three baking facilities: Brooklyn, New York, our history; Newark, NJ, our corporate offices and current primary bakery; Clifton, NJ, our newest and largest bakery, as well as our R&D center.

We have a very strong- and even historic- presence in the Metro New York market as the premier baker of pitas, lavash, wraps and other flatbreads. Since 2000, we have expanded our capacity and distribution to the National Market, supplying and partnering with many of America's top QSR's, Casual Dining Restaurants, Food Service Establishments, Retail, Club and Natural Stores, Institutions, Distributors, and other Bakeries. For many of our customers, we have been the Flatbread Partner that has helped to create some of America's most exciting, and delicious, sandwiches and pizzas.

In recent years we introduced Brooklyn Bred Since 1930, a retail brand for our retail products which include Pizza Crusts, Bistro Buns, Soft Bread Sticks, Focaccia and more. With the start-up of our Clifton Bakery, we have ambitions to expand our product line to include sweet and savory baked goods, snacks, culinary offerings.

We are an SQF Level 3 company that currently employs over 300 people, some who have been with us for more than 40 years. We are a company that thrives to "Bake a Difference and Make a Difference" for its customers, suppliers, communities and employees. As mentioned, for the past five consecutive years we have been named one of "New Jersey's Best Places to Work".

The hours for the Packer Position are 6pm - 5am and pay up to $16.00 per hour and Overtime if wanted. Must be able to work Weekends! This position is location at our bakery Brooklyn NY

JOB SUMMARY:

To properly count and place baked products into plastic packaging. Ensure proper sealing of the plastic, and proper count and orientation in trays or boxes.

Requirements:

Ø Must be able to read (English) and do basic mathematics.

Ø Must adhere to company rules of conduct and operating standards.

Ø Must adhere to all GMP’s and Safety regulations.

Ø Must be able to withstand working in a warm environment.

Skills:

Ø Ability stand and work on feet for long periods.

Ø Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.

Ø Ability to count and display manual dexterity.

Ø Ability to keep up with the fast pace of production.

Ø Ability to follow direction and maintain attention to detail.

Ø Ability to effectively communicate with Supervision and other operators.

Job Duties:

Ø Check and verify the production order with the Supervisor.

Ø Insert bread into plastic bags ensuring proper piece count.

Ø Insert bags into a heat sealer ensuring the proper closure of the bag.

Ø Stacking product into trays or boxes.

Ø Stacking trays according to the order and stack pattern.

Ø Stacking boxes on pallets according to the established configuration.

Ø Maintain excellent housekeeping, including sweeping, wiping and dusting equipment and throwing out garbage.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

Ø Other duties assigned by Management.

Company DescriptionDamascus Bakeries, home to the Original Pita, serves delicious satisfaction through our line of artisanal flat breads. Headquartered in Brooklyn, New York, Damascus has been pleasing customers for 84 years. With grandsons Ed and Dave Mafoud at the helm, old-world traditions and new-world technology pr ... see more
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Frequently Asked Questions

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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