CRATING / SHIPPING & RECIEVING

Job Description: Crating & Shipping Associate Department: Crating / Shipping & Receiving Position Type: Full-Time Reports To: Production Manager Position Summary We are seeking a dependable, hands-on Crating & Shipping Associate to support our production department by receiving incoming shipments, packaging and crating custom signs and architectural products, maintaining organized inventory, and preparing finished products for safe transportation and delivery. The ideal candidate has experience using forklifts, saws, power tools, and general shop equipment, along with the ability to build custom shipping crates and safely handle finished products. This position requires attention to detail, good organizational skills, and a commitment to quality, safety, and efficiency in a fast-paced fabrication environment. Key Responsibilities Shipping & Receiving: Receive incoming shipments, unload deliveries, inspect materials for damage, verify quantities, and organize materials in designated storage areas. Packaging & Crating: Properly package, protect, and crate custom signs, fabricated components, and architectural products to prevent damage during shipping and handling. Crate Construction: Measure, cut, and assemble wooden shipping crates and protective packaging using saws, nail guns, drills, and other shop tools. Material Handling: Safely operate a forklift and other material-handling equipment to load, unload, move, and stage materials and finished products. Inventory & Stocking: Maintain organized stock areas, put away incoming materials, monitor inventory levels, and keep the shop and storage areas clean and orderly. Order Preparation: Identify, label, and stage finished products and materials for shipment, delivery, or installation. Quality Control: Inspect products and packaging before shipment to ensure items are properly protected, secured, and ready for transport. Shop Support: Assist production personnel with moving materials, organizing work areas, and other general shop duties as needed. Safety & Maintenance: Follow all shop safety procedures and maintain tools, equipment, and work areas in good operating condition. Qualifications & Skills Previous experience in shipping and receiving, crating, warehousing, fabrication, or a similar hands-on position preferred. Familiarity with forklifts and material-handling equipment. Forklift certification is preferred, or willingness to obtain certification. Experience using saws, drills, nail guns, and common hand and power tools. Ability to measure, cut, and assemble lumber and build custom shipping crates. Strong attention to detail when packaging and protecting finished products. Good organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Reliable, punctual, and willing to take initiative. Ability to safely lift, carry, and move materials and products, with or without reasonable accommodation, consistent with the physical requirements of the position. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and maintain a clean, safe work environment. Physical & Work Environment This is a hands-on position in a sign fabrication and architectural manufacturing shop. Work involves standing, walking, bending, lifting, operating shop equipment, handling lumber and packaging materials, and moving large or bulky fabricated products. Appropriate personal protective equipment and safe operating procedures must be followed. Must be able to lift 50 lbs. What We’re Looking For We are looking for someone who takes pride in doing things right, understands the importance of protecting custom-fabricated products, and can keep materials and finished goods organized and moving efficiently through the shop. The right person is mechanically inclined, comfortable working with tools, and willing to step in wherever needed to support the production team. Success in this position means shipments are received accurately, finished products are …

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