Join UPS in Grant Park as a Fulfillment Center Picker Packer—Accuracy
Role Based in Grant Park
Job Title: Fulfillment Center Picker Packer — Accuracy Bonus, Weekly Pay Employer: UPS (Hiring in Grant Park) Worksite: Grant Park, IL
Compensation: $18-$21/Hour (approx. $41.1k/Year) Benefits: This role offers a competitive benefits package. Stable workload with modern tooling and processes.
Day-to-Day
Apply your your professional skills skills at our Grant Park location.
- This Grant Park-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in relevant skills.
- Our UPS team in Grant Park, IL is growing.
- Benefit from working in Grant Park, a key hub for the Package Logistics And Fulfillment industry.
About UPS & Our Culture
Precision is the currency of the UPS fulfillment operation — and our Picker Packer associates are the associates who deliver it most directly to the customer. Every package that leaves our fulfillment center in perfect condition, correctly labeled and securely packed, passed through the hands of a skilled Picker Packer who took pride in the work. If you are searching for picker packer jobs near me that pay a competitive union wage, reward accuracy with performance bonuses, and come with the career stability of a Teamsters-represented position, UPS's fulfillment picker packer role consistently stands apart from what private warehouse and gig-adjacent employers offer.
What Our Team Says (Employee Reviews)
"Picker Packer work at UPS is fast, satisfying, and genuinely skill-based. Hitting your accuracy target every shift is a real accomplishment and UPS recognizes it with performance bonuses that add up meaningfully over time. The Teamsters wage is better than any other picker packer job I researched in this area, and the union contract means I am not worried about being arbitrarily cut or replaced. I have been here three years and I am not going anywhere." - Current Picker Packer, Columbus, OH.
Role Overview & Responsibilities
As a UPS Fulfillment Center Picker Packer, you locate, retrieve, verify, and securely pack customer orders within our fulfillment center environment, operating at a sustained pick-and-pack rate that meets UPS's throughput targets while maintaining the parcel accuracy and packaging quality that defines the UPS delivery standard.
- Order Picking: Use a handheld scanner to receive pick assignments and navigate the fulfillment floor, locating specific SKUs in assigned pick zones and retrieving the correct item, quantity, and variant against the digital pick ticket without substitution or error.
- Secure Packaging Execution: Pack picked items into correctly sized cartons or poly mailers, applying appropriate protective dunnage for fragile items, sealing packages securely, and applying shipping labels with barcode-side visibility for downstream scan compliance.
- Accuracy Verification: Perform a final item verification scan before sealing every package, confirming the picked item matches the order ticket exactly and flagging any discrepancy for supervisor resolution before the parcel enters the outbound sort flow.
Benefits & Perks
UPS Picker Packer associates earn Teamsters union base wages with accuracy and performance bonus opportunities on top, full medical, dental, and vision benefits, a pension contribution, paid personal time, and UPS Earn & Learn tuition assistance. Weekly direct-deposit paychecks and contractual annual wage raises make this one of the most financially reliable picker packer jobs available in any fulfillment market.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Join UPS in Grant Park as a Fulfillment Center Picker Packer—Accuracy position pay at UPS?
This role offers a pay range of $18 - $21. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Grant Park.
Where is this Join UPS in Grant Park as a Fulfillment Center Picker Packer—Accuracy job located?
This position is based in Grant Park, IL. UPS has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Grant Park.
What benefits does UPS offer for this position?
UPS provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Does UPS offer tuition assistance or education benefits?
Yes, UPS offers fully funded tuition reimbursement programs. Eligible associates can pursue degrees and certifications at no cost through programs like Career Choice, covering tuition, books, and fees.
Does UPS pay weekly for this role?
UPS offers weekly pay options for eligible associates. Your pay schedule will be confirmed during the onboarding process at the Grant Park facility.
What does a typical day look like as a Join UPS in Grant Park as a Fulfillment Center Picker Packer—Accuracy?
A typical shift involves receiving, picking, packing, and sorting customer orders in UPS's Grant Park facility. You'll work with a team to meet daily fulfillment targets while following safety protocols.
