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Packaging operator salary in United States, 2026

How much does a Packaging Operator make in the United States?

Average base salary

$19.96
Average $19.96
Low $15.72
High $25.36

The average salary for a packaging operator is $19.96 per hour in the United States. 5k salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated July 20, 2026).

Packaging Operator job openings in United States

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Packaging Operator, 2nd Shift ...
Artisanal Brewing Ventures2.9out of 5 stars.
Downingtown, PA
Full-time
19 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Packaging Operator in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
The Coca-Cola Company
 
$100,880per year
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Molson Coors Beverage Company
 
$100,000per year
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Nisshinbo Automotive Manufactu...
 
$98,810per year
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Syensqo
 
$74,651per year
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Meyers Printing
 
$70,720per year
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RR Donnelley
 
$68,640per year
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Highest paying cities for Packaging Operators near United States

  1. Paso Robles, CA
    $25.83 per hour
  2. Gaylord, MN
    $24.20 per hour
  3. St. Louis, MO
    $20.22 per hour
  4. Ames, IA
    $19.96 per hour
  5. Cleveland, OH
    $19.74 per hour

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