1st Shift Packer

1st Shift Packer

Chicago, United States

Company
Santa Monica Seafood
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
Job Brief

As a packer, you are responsible for processing the highest quality of fresh fish to fulfill customer orders. Additionally, this individual is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe and efficient work area.

Pay range:

Santa Monica Seafood, as an 80-year-old privately owned company, is the largest specialty wholesale distribution and processor of fresh and frozen seafood in the Southwestern U.S. with over 200,000 SF of facilities in 12 locations In California, Arizona, Nevada, New Mexico, and Texas. Santa Monica Seafood is also well known locally for its two retail stores and cafes in Santa Monica and Costa Mesa. Santa Monica Seafood was the first and still the only seafood company in the United States to achieve FSSC 22000 certification for food safety management systems, ISO 14001 certification for environmental management programs, and BAP certification of its main processing facility.

As a packer, you are responsible for processing the highest quality of fresh fish to fulfill customer orders. Additionally, this individual is responsible for maintaining a clean, safe and efficient work area.

Duties and Responsibilities:
• Packaging product with speed and accuracy.
• Putting Fish files and portions on belts and equipment
• Packing cases
• Understand and follow written and verbal instructions. Works cooperatively with others.
• Long term standing is required
• Must be able to lift, pull/push, carry up to 50lbs.for short distances.
• Walking, long term standing is required.
• Production area maintains a cold temperature, warm clothing is required

Qualifications:

Minimum of 1-year Warehouse-related experience preferred.

Work Environment:
• Work performed in a cold environment (35-40 degrees)
• Standing for long hours
• Fast Pace Environment

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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Packing Jobs in United States

Q What is the median hourly wage for packing jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the median hourly wage for packers and packagers, hand (SOC 53-7062) is $17.41 as of May 2026 data. This amounts to $36,213 annually for full-time workers assuming 2,080 hours per year. The 10th percentile wage is $13.82 per hour, suitable for entry-level positions.
Q Can international job seekers get H-2B visas for packing jobs in the US in FY2026?
As per the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, packing jobs qualify under H-2B visas for temporary non-agricultural labor with insufficient US workers. The FY2026 statutory cap is 66,000 visas, split evenly between 33,000 for first half (Oct 1-Mar 31) and 33,000 for second half (Apr 1-Sep 30). Employers file Form I-129 at least 60-75 days before need.
Q Is a high school diploma or experience required for entry-level packing jobs?
As per the O*NET OnLine sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, no formal educational credential is required for packers and packagers, hand. On-the-job training typically lasts 1 month or less, and zero years of related work experience is needed for entry-level roles. About 30% of workers have a high school diploma.
Q What documents do I need to complete I-9 and start a packing job?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, Form I-9 requires List A (e.g., U.S. passport) or List B (driver's license) plus List C (Social Security card) within 3 days of hire. A resume and job application are needed for hiring, plus proof of work authorization for non-citizens. Background checks via Form I-9 E-Verify are used by 90% of large warehouses.
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