Razor and shaving cartridge packer

Workplace

TRUVANT (formerly SONOCO), packaging services. Packing razors and replacement shaving cartridges in Łódź: ul. Nowy Józefów 70, 94-406 Łódź, Poland.

Pay

Base rate — PLN 31.40 gross/hour. The source gives indicative net rates of PLN 25.36/hour before exceeding PLN 30,000 gross income in Poland in 2026, and PLN 22.69/hour after exceeding it; actual calculations depend on individual status. Students under 26 — PLN 31.40 net/hour. Men assigned to warehouse processes: PLN 31.40–35.19 gross/hour; the upper rate is not the base packing rate.

Duties

Receiving, sorting, picking and labelling goods. Line work includes placing trays and products, initial packing of gift or promotional sets, checks using scales and a metal detector, boxing, labelling and palletising. Men may also replenish line components and work in warehouse processes using a manual pallet truck and scanner and transporting pallets. The factory assigns processes according to its needs.

Schedule

5–7 days a week, 8 or 12 hours depending on orders, three shifts including nights. Possible shifts: 05:30–13:30, 06:00–14:00, 06:00–18:00, 13:30–21:30, 14:00–22:00, 18:00–06:00, 21:30–05:30, 22:00–06:00. Two breaks: 20 and 10 minutes. Indicative workload: 170–220 hours/month; men in the warehouse: 220–260 hours/month.

Requirements and training

Age 18–50, with no individual exceptions stated. The source lists Ukrainian and Belarusian citizenship as preferred. Good eyesight, colour recognition, manual skills, physical fitness, attention, teamwork and readiness for shifts are required. A certificate is not accepted; the source does not specify which certificate. On day one, safety and quality briefings are followed by two tests; a negative result prevents starting work. After two weeks, another test allows a yellow badge to be exchanged for a blue badge; if unsuccessful, another attempt is available after two weeks. An active bank account and PESEL are needed; the coordinator can help arrange them on arrival.

Working conditions

The source describes seated work for women and standing or moving work for men. Elevated temperature and noise within normal limits; the source reports no harmful factors. Safety rules must be followed.

Accommodation and transport

Accommodation costs PLN 420; the billing period is not stated. Private flats, rooms for 2–4 people; duvets, bedding, shower, toilet, kitchen, dishes, washing machines and Wi-Fi. Shops are 50 m–1.2 km away. Own accommodation allowance: PLN 250/month with at least 120 hours worked. Public transport takes 20–60 minutes; a monthly pass costs PLN 168.

Costs and additional conditions

Workwear costs PLN 35 for a T-shirt and protective metal toe caps. The source lists a PLN 500 deduction for working less than the minimum period, but does not specify that period; clarify the condition before signing. It also lists a PLN 100 deduction for an unauthorised absence. A canteen with buffet, microwaves, kettles and food vending machines is available; free meals are not stated. No additional benefits are stated.

Contract and arrival

Umowa zlecenie (civil law services contract). The source specifies a health-contribution-only arrangement; eligibility depends on individual circumstances. Arrival: 12.10.2026.