What are the responsibilities and job description for the Crate Builder position at The Armor Group, Inc.?
JOB SUMMARY
This position requires the ability to design and build skids and crates for shipping of products. Skids and crates need to be designed/assembled so that products will be able to be transported cost effectively and arrive in good condition by defining correct dimensions and materials required.
Responsibilities include:
- Measuring and cutting materials to the correct size
- Working with various types of materials
- Using hand tools, machines and power saws accurately
- Assembles materials together to make products
- Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using ruler, pencil, chalk and marking gauge
- Shape or cuts materials, such as plywood and dimensional lumber, etc. to specified measurements, using hand tools, machines or power saw
- Assembles and fastens materials to make framework, using hand tools, screws, nails, glue etc.
- Loads and moves materials to area, using hand truck, fork truck or dolly
- Additional items as assigned by manager
PRINCIPAL CONTACTS INSIDE/OUTSIDE THE COMPANY
This position interacts with shipping personel and other shop personnel.
COMPETENCY OR POSITION REQUIREMENTS
- Follows instructions completely and accurately and works independently
- Foresees potential problems, scheduling or technical, before they happen and acts accordingly
- Transfers information from one situation to prevent or solve problems
- Assumes responsibility for safety practices
- Prevents problems and accidents from recurring by assessing causes of problem or accidents
- Careful in use of material, does not waste materials
- Able to use basic hand tools and power tools
- May operate a forklift in a safe and efficient manner
- All Armor employees are also expected to demonstrate Armor’s core values of being:
- Customer-Focused
- Passionate about Work
- Solution-Oriented
- Driven by Integrity
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
- High school degree or GED is required
- Must have 5 or more years of experience
EQUIPMENT USED
This position will use a fork truck and hand held carpentry tools, power saws etc.
WORKING AND PHYSICAL CONDITIONS
This position will be working on a manufacturing floor. Entails climbing ladders, steps, stepping over objects, bending over from the waist, crouching down on knees and must be able to lift up to 50 lbs.
The Armor Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity/ Affirmative Action employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, sex, age, marital status, national origin, sexual orientation, citizenship status, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We prohibit discrimination in decisions concerning recruitment, hiring, compensation, benefits, training, termination, promotions, or any other condition of employment or career development.