3rd Shift Packager: Flexible Hours, Growth & Bonuses

American Sugar Refining, Inc.; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 21,593 - 30,754; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation up to 3 weeks

Paid sick time

Quarterly bonus up to 7%

Annual merit increases

24/5 operation with multiple shift opt

Training and career growth

Overtime availability

Competitive benefits (Health, Dental,

Vision, Pet Insurance, and more)

Job summary

American Sugar Refining, Inc. is hiring for a packing and hand palletizing role responsible for bagged sugar products and private label items.

The position requires flexibility to work extended shifts, including Fridays through Sundays, holidays, and overtime as needed, with weekend shifts possible based on business needs. The role offers a starting rate of $19.00 per hour for the 3rd shift, with a $1.00/hour second shift differential and a $1.50/hour third shift differential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Equivalent experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

• Pack finished goods into cases and place on pallet (lift up to 50 lbs).
• Check packages for quality: back seal, end seals, production date code, matching items.
• Maintain cleanliness of the production area around the line.
• Open re-work and returned product when necessary.
• Assist machine operator as needed (change poly, learn basic operations).
• Label boxes as necessary and ensure edible vs non‑edible product accuracy.
• Assist in cleaning the plant and support HACCP-related duties.
• Report unsafe conditions or out-of-spec material to manager for immediate action.
• Support plant operations and perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lift 50 lbs

12-hour shifts

Attention to detail

English proficiency

Education

HS Diploma or GED

Job description

American Sugar Refining, Inc. is hiring for a packing and hand palletizing role responsible for bagged sugar products and private label items.

The position requires flexibility to work extended shifts, including Fridays through Sundays, holidays, and overtime as needed, with weekend shifts possible based on business needs. The role offers a starting rate of $19.00 per hour for the 3rd shift, with a $1.00/hour second shift differential and a $1.50/hour third shift differential.