Crater / Carpenter

Overview

There’s never been a better time to join Stratus! As the market leader in brand implementation and maintenance, we transform how national brands connect with their customers. From exterior signage & interior branding to site refresh & remodel, from energy & lighting to repair & maintenance solutions, we deliver ideal solutions to meet all our client's branding needs.

From our locations across the country, to our corporate headquarters in Mentor, Ohio, every employee is a stakeholder in Stratus’ success. This environment offers endless career opportunities for individuals with a commitment to customer service, focus on execution and bias for action.

Job Summary: The Crater in the Shipping Department is responsible for packaging finished products by designing and building custom crates or boxes to ensure safe and secure shipping. This role requires attention to detail, familiarity with tools and machinery, and the ability to handle physical tasks in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Assess product sizes and protection needs to design appropriate containers.
• Build, line, and pad cartons, crates, and containers using power tools and hand tools.
• Inspect containers and packed products to verify compliance with packing specifications.
• Securely place products into containers using hoists, forklifts, or manual handling as required.
• Mark and label containers, tags, and products accurately using marking tools.
• Record product, packaging, and order details on required forms and records.
• Seal containers using glues, fasteners, nails, and pneumatic tools to ensure structural integrity.
• Load completed crates onto trailers for shipment.
• Use forklifts to collect waste from production areas and deposit it in dumpsters.
• Maintain tools and equipment to ensure efficient operation.
• Clean and organize the work area to support safety and productivity.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• 1-3 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in shipping or packaging.
• Ability to stand for extended periods while performing tasks such as measuring and cutting lumber.
• Frequent bending, twisting, and reaching to assemble crates, retrieve materials, and perform measurements.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 50 lbs to heights of up to 4 feet or distances up to 20 feet.
• Proficiency in using power tools, pneumatic tools, and hand tools for crate construction.
• Familiarity with forklifts and hoists for handling heavy materials.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow safety and quality standards.
• Mechanical aptitude with the ability to operate tools and machinery effectively.
• Organizational skills to manage multiple projects and maintain work area cleanliness.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Good communication skills for reporting and collaborating with team members and supervisors.

Why Work With Us

• Supportive & Friendly Culture
• Manage national accounts for Fortune 500 companies
• Medical, Dental, Vision coverage options
• Flexible Spending & Health Savings Accounts
• Company paid Life Insurance
• 401k with Employer Contribution
• Company paid Short/Long Term Disability
• Generous Paid Time Off program Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Career Mapping
• Additional perks including Pet Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Educational Assistance Program, Identity Theft Protection, Critical Illness Plans, Commuter Benefits and various employee discount offerings from our Vendors

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