Furniture Packer and Shipper

Furniture Packer and Shipper

Chicago, United States

Company
Artists' Frame Service
Location
Chicago, IL
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
22 an hour
Posted
2 days ago
Via
via Indeed

Job Description
This position works 8 am to 5 pm, but duties will vary from day to day. This position puts in 40 to 50 hours a week. Will report to Dock Supervisor daily. Our warehouse in the West Town neighborhood of Chicago supports our retail stores.

Job duties include:
• Create Custom Boxes for Packing and Skidding of furniture.
• Preparing small furnishings, home accessories and frames for shipment including packing, and creating labels.
• Using a forklift, pallet jack, or dolly to move items.
• Helping load or unload trucks.
• Handle light administrative receiving duties.
• Verifying items of incoming and outgoing shipments against bills of lading, invoices, orders, or other records.

Qualifications:
• Applicants who have at least 2 year driving truck with C license and No Accidents would qualify for 6 month early rate increase.
• 2 year shipping or receiving experience.
• Must be able to speak, read and write English
• Must be at least 18 years of age
• Good communications skills, both verbal and written are required and experience using a computer is preferred.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs occasionally throughout the workday.
• Must be available to work Saturdays on occasion.
• 2 yr. Experience driving sit-down forklifts with no history of accidents a plus.
• Must be professional, on time, present daily, and doesn't waste time.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):
• Do you have a C license to drive a truck? (This is not required, but would be helpful in a backup role.)

Language:
• English and Spanish (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:
• Chicago, IL 60612 (Required)

Work Location: In person
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Packing Jobs in United States

Q What is the federal minimum wage for entry-level packing jobs in the United States in 2026?
As per the U.S. Department of Labor, the federal minimum wage for packing jobs classified as non-exempt under the FLSA remains $7.25 per hour as of January 1, 2026. Overtime must be paid 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 $16.50 per hour in California.
Q What visa is required for international workers to take packing jobs in the US in 2026?
Foreign nationals need an H-2B visa for temporary non-agricultural packing jobs, with a statutory cap of 66,000 visas for FY 2026. Employers must file Form I-129 and obtain a temporary labor certification from DOL showing no U.S. workers available. Processing time is 60-90 days, with supplemental caps up to 64,000 additional visas possible.
Q Do I need education or experience to qualify for packing jobs in the US?
No formal education beyond less than high school is required for 30% of Packers and Packagers, Hand positions, per O*NET data. Entry-level roles demand no prior experience, with short-term on-the-job training averaging 30 days. Employers prioritize physical stamina to handle 25-50 lb lifts repeatedly.
Q What documents do I need to apply and start a packing job in the US?
Applicants must provide a Social Security card or number, photo ID, and complete Form I-9 for employment eligibility verification within 3 days of hire. A basic resume listing any manual labor history and proof of right-to-work are standard. Drug test and background check consents are required by 70% of warehouse employers.
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