Crating Operator

CRATING OPERATOR B Position Description: The Crating Operator B is responsible for a variety of duties that will prepare product for shipping. Key Performance Outcomes: Refer to union contract. Key Responsibilities: Clean equipment/machines using air hose and cleaning supplies. Verify Serial Numbers match manuals and serial plate numbers on items to be shipped. Supply proper tool kit to be packed with equipment/machine. Seal and protect equipment/machine with plastic film. Place equipment/machine to proper sized box/carton and seal box/carton. Notify Finished Goods equipment/machine is packed and ready to store/ship. Clean area, making sure all tools are put away in proper place. Janitorial and seasonal maintenance duties as required. Measure, cut, and assemble wood components using hand tools, woodworking power tools, and woodworking machines. Inspect finished crates for fit, stability, and safe handling; make adjustments as needed. Keep tools and the work area organized, and follow power tool safety practices. Your impact: By building secure, well-fitted crates, you help protect products and support safe, dependable handling. Qualifications: Education/Certification: Minimum 18 years of age. Forklift Certification. Required Knowledge: High School level reading and writing in the English language. High school level math. Experience Required: Manufacturing Plant experience preferred. Skills/Abilities: standard computer skills, including Microsoft Office. Experience with ERP systems is preferred. Ability to read a tape measure, use a nail gun and use various hand tools. Job Expectations: Ability to operate normal and customary equipment/technology used in a business environment, with or without accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The position requires the ability to lift 50 pounds and stand for long periods of time. This description is not an exhaustive list of all role responsibilities, skills and standards required. Other responsibilities, skills and standards may be added. Management reserves the right to add or change requirements at any time. The position requires entry into the I.A.M & W union. I have read and reviewed my job description with my manager, and my manager has explained what is minimally required of me to be successful in my job. I understand that these responsibilities are not exhaustive and are subject to change during my employment. Job Overview As a Crating Operator, you’ll build and assemble protective wooden crates for products and materials prepared for storage or transport. You’ll use construction plans and technical drawings to determine crate dimensions, select appropriate wood construction materials, and complete each build with care. This hands-on role suits someone who works safely with tools, reads plans accurately, and takes pride in sturdy, reliable craftsmanship. Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Flexible spending account Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance On-the-job training Paid time off Vision insurance Application Question(s): Do you know how to use hand tools and read a tape measure? Education: High school or equivalent (Required) Ability to Commute: Wood Dale, IL 60191 (Required) Work Location: In person

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