What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wood Assembler (2nd Shift) position at Index Packaging?
Build Something Real
Index Packaging is a growing manufacturing company with four New Hampshire facilities and over 200 employees dedicated to delivering custom packaging solutions across a wide range of industries.
We are looking for a hands-on Woodshop Manufacturing Assembler to join our Milton team.
If you enjoy physical work, using tools, building products with your hands, and seeing the finished result of your work each day, this may be the perfect fit.
What You’ll Do
In this role, you’ll help build custom wood packaging products including crates, boxes, and pallets designed to protect customer products during shipping and transport.
Daily responsibilities include:
- Building crates, boxes, and pallets to customer specifications.
- Safely using hand tools, power tools, and pneumatic nail guns.
- Measuring materials accurately using tape measures and job specifications.
- Inspecting finished products for quality and accuracy.
- Strapping, bundling, and preparing finished products for shipment.
- Maintaining a safe, clean, and organized work area.
- Working independently and as part of a production team.
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking dependable, safety-conscious individuals who enjoy active, hands-on work.
Helpful experience includes:
- Manufacturing or production experience.
- Woodshop or carpentry experience.
- Construction or framing.
- Experience using hand tools, power tools, or nail guns.
- Pallet, crate, or custom build experience.
You should be comfortable with:
- Reading a tape measure accurately.
- Basic measurements and shop math.
- Fast-paced production work.
- Physical labor and lifting.
- Working safely around tools and equipment.
Physical Requirements
This is an active manufacturing role requiring:
- Standing for extended periods.
- Frequent bending, lifting, walking, and movement.
- Regular lifting up to 50 lbs.
- Team lifting for heavier materials.
This is a physically active, hands-on role.
Why Join Index Packaging?
- Stable, growing manufacturing company.
- Competitive starting pay.
- Second shift schedule (3:30 pm - 12:00 am).
- Opportunity to build specialized manufacturing skills.
- Team-oriented environment.
If you enjoy building, working with tools, and being part of a hardworking manufacturing team, we’d love to hear from you!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Tools provided
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- This position is contingent upon successfully completing a drug screen (as permitted by law). Are you willing to undergo this screen as a condition of employment?
- Do you have experience in manufacturing, construction, carpentry, or another hands-on environment?
- Are you comfortable working in a fast-paced manufacturing environment?
- This position requires employees to be at least 18 years old due to the manufacturing environment and equipment used. Are you at least 18 years of age?
Language:
- English (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Night Shift (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $22