Packaging Operator

Packaging Operator

Doha, Qatar

Company
Shine.com
Location
Doha
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
QAR 91K–QAR 128K a year
Posted
17 days ago
Via
via JobLeads

Job Description
Duties And Responsibilities
• Machine Operation Setup: Prepares, calibrates, and operates machinery to package products according to company standards.
• Quality Control: Inspects final products, including seals, labels, and packaging materials, to ensure they meet quality and safety specifications.
• Preventative Maintenance: Performs routine cleaning, troubleshooting, and minor repairs on packaging machinery to minimize downtime.
• Production Documentation: Completes necessary paperwork, such as logs and reports, regarding production numbers and any issues encountered.
• Safety Compliance: Adheres to all safety protocols (such as OSHA) and keeps the workspace clean and organized.
• Material Handling: Manages inventory of packaging materials (e.g., boxes, film) and moves completed products to the designated inventory area.

Key Skills And Requirements
• Manual Dexterity: Ability to perform repetitive tasks and handle, place, and sort items efficiently.
• Technical Aptitude: Capability to learn and operate automated machinery, with potential to use computer systems.
• Attention to Detail: Ensures high accuracy in labeling and packing to meet quality standards.
• Physical Stamina: Often requires standing for long periods and moving products to inventory areas.
• Communication: Ability to work well within a team and report issues effectively to supervisors.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers about Packing Jobs in Qatar

Q What is the minimum wage for packing jobs in Qatar in 2026?
As per the Ministry of Labour, the minimum basic wage for non-Qatari workers in packing jobs is QAR 1,000 per month under Ministerial Decree No. 17 of 2020, effective since March 2021 and unchanged as of 2026. Employers must provide accommodation valued at QAR 400 per month for shared rooms or equivalent, plus a food allowance of QAR 300 monthly. Total minimum package reaches QAR 1,700 per month excluding medical insurance covered by the employer.
Q What work visa do I need as an Indian national for a packing job in Qatar in 2026?
Foreign workers require an employer-sponsored work residence permit (RP) valid for 1 year, renewable up to 5 years, applied via the Ministry of Labour portal after contract attestation. Requirements include a valid passport (6+ months validity), job offer letter, medical fitness certificate from approved clinic costing QAR 100, and police clearance. Entry visa is issued by Qatar embassy in home country for QAR 215 fee.
Q What education or experience is required for entry-level packing jobs in Qatar?
No minimum education or prior experience is mandated for unskilled packing jobs under Labour Law No. 14 of 2004, allowing high school dropouts or those with basic literacy to qualify. Employers prefer candidates aged 18-50 with physical fitness for 8-hour shifts handling 20-30 kg packages. Vocational training certificates from recognized institutes boost chances but are not compulsory.
Q What documents are needed to apply and get a packing job contract in Qatar?
Required documents include passport copy, 4 passport photos, attested birth certificate, marriage certificate if applicable, and medical report from GAMCA-approved center costing QAR 150-200. Employer submits standardized contract via Ministry of Labour portal for attestation within 7 days, specifying QAR 1,000+ wage and benefits. Job seeker signs after arrival and biometrics for RP issuance within 2 weeks.
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