Packer

Packer

New York, United States

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.
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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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