Picking and Packing (Warehouse Associate)

Packing jobs under NOC 95106 (labourers in food and beverage processing) have hourly wages ranging from $16.25 low to $23.50 high, with a median of $18.75 as of 2026 data. Full-time at median wage equals $39,000 annually based on 40 hours per week. Overtime is paid at 1.5 times the regular rate after 44 hours weekly in most provinces.

Foreign workers need an employer-specific work permit supported by a positive Labour Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) for low-skilled packing jobs under NOC TEER 5. Processing time is 10-28 weeks via IRCC, with fees of CAD $155 per permit plus CAD $100 open work permit holder fee if applicable. Exemptions apply for intra-company transfers or spouses of skilled workers.

No post-secondary education is required for packing jobs (NOC 95106, TEER 5); secondary school completion is preferred but not mandatory. Zero to less than 1 month experience suffices for entry-level roles, with on-the-job training provided by 95% of employers. Physical fitness for lifting up to 23 kg is typically needed.

Canadian citizens/residents need a resume, Social Insurance Number (SIN), and government ID; new workers apply for SIN online free. Immigrants require work permit, passport, and proof of legal status. Background check may be requested for warehouse packing roles.