Crate Builder

This position supports the shipping & packaging department by building high-quality wood crates, skids, and custom packaging. This role will set up and operate woodworking machinery, use power tools, and perform precision measurements to ensure all crates meet specifications

Duties

• Construct durable shipping crates to protect finished products during transit required.
• Build custom wooden crates and pallets based on measurements, drawings, or verbal instructions
• Accurately measure and cut lumber using table saws, chop saws, and hand tools
• Assemble crates and pallets using nail guns, screws, brackets, and other fasteners
• Design and install internal bracing and supports to safeguard heavy metal components during transport
• Ensure all items are secured properly to prevent movement, rubbing, or damage
• Inspect finished crates to ensure structural integrity and compliance with company or customer specifications
• Read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, or packing instructions
• Select appropriate materials, including lumber, foam, blocking, straps, and protective wrap
• Apply protective packaging materials such as foam, felt, shrink wrap, and blocking to prevent scratches or chipping
• Operate woodworking and shop equipment safely and efficiently
• Label and document crates for shipping, including part numbers, weights, and handling instructions
• Maintain a clean and organized work area, including tool upkeep and scrap management
• Collaborate with shipping and production teams to meet packing and shipping deadlines
• Adhere to all safety procedures, including proper PPE use and safe material handling practices

Experience

• 1-2 years of Carpentry experience required.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as blueprints, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.