Packaging Corporation of America Referral Bonus

At Packaging Corporation of America (PCA), we value the power of referrals and believe that great talent knows great talent. To incentivize and reward employees for helping us find exceptional candidates, PCA offers a comprehensive referral bonus program. Below is a detailed overview with estimated figures, focusing on tech/product roles, but also touching on other roles within the company.

Referral Bonus Structure

Tech/Product Roles

For tech and product-related positions, PCA recognizes the specialized skills and experience required. As such, the referral bonus for these roles is more substantial to attract top-tier talent:

• Software Engineers, Data Scientists, Product Managers:

  • Referral Bonus: Up to $5,000
  • Disbursement: Typically distributed in two installments—50% after the referred employee completes 90 days and the remaining 50% after six months of employment.

• IT Support, UX/UI Designers, QA Analysts:

  • Referral Bonus: Up to $3,000
  • Disbursement: 50% upon the referred employee's completion of 90 days and the rest after six months.

Other Roles

While tech roles are critical, PCA also offers bonuses for referrals in other departments to ensure a balanced and skilled workforce:

• Operations, Administration, Sales:

  • Referral Bonus: Up to $2,000
  • Disbursement: Similar to tech roles, these bonuses are paid in two parts—half after 90 days and the remainder after six months.

• Entry-Level Positions:

  • Referral Bonus: Up to $1,000
  • Disbursement: Paid fully after the referred employee completes 90 days of employment.

Eligibility and Guidelines

• Eligibility: All full-time PCA employees are eligible to participate in the referral program. However, managers and HR personnel directly involved in the recruitment process for a specific role may not be eligible for