Shipping Crate Builder

Big Top Manufacturing•Perry, FL

19d

About The Position

The Shipping Crate Builder is responsible for meeting immediate and short-term shipping and receiving objectives established by the Shipping Supervisor. The role prepares finished products for shipment by measuring, cutting, and assembling wood pieces to build crates, pallets, and boxes that securely contain products. It also supports truck and container loading and unloading and routes incoming shipments to the designated area or person. The position requires reliable attendance and punctuality, with employees expected to be in their department before the shift begins. Reasonable overtime may be required to meet department and production needs. The role reports directly to the Shipping Supervisor and has no supervisory responsibilities. It is classified as non-exempt. Employees are responsible for minimizing material waste, maintaining and caring for equipment, following safety procedures, reporting safety violations, accidents, and near misses, and keeping their designated work area and the facility clean. They may help train new personnel on safety, production, and quality standards and procedures, and perform other assigned duties. Normal hours are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; hours may change at management’s discretion. Overtime is required as needed to support production goals. The work environment temperature ranges from 15°F to 110°F, and the role involves regular heavy lifting and prolonged periods on one’s feet. After 60 days, employees receive health, dental, and vision insurance with premiums fully paid by the employer. Other benefits include a 401(k) with company match, short- and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, an employee assistance program, and a generous vacation allowance.

Requirements

Team-player mindset.
Time-management skills and ability to prioritize tasks.
Obtain forklift certification within three months; on-the-job training is provided.
Ability to read a tape measure to 1/16 inch and properly use hand tools, including a radial arm saw, circular saw, nail guns, and screw guns.
Basic computer literacy.
Strong mathematical skills.
Ability to follow company safety procedures and processes.
High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
One year of work history or military service with honorable discharge preferred.
Ability to accurately exchange information with coworkers and management.
Ability to regularly lift 50 pounds.
Ability to climb, balance, lift, walk, stoop, bend, push, pull, and carry materials throughout facilities and around machinery.
Ability to work for prolonged periods on one’s feet.
Manual dexterity to evaluate, modify, and operate machinery and equipment.
Visual acuity to read instructions and operate machines.
Near-perfect attendance and punctuality; employees are expected to be in their department before the shift starts.
Ability to work required overtime as needed to support production goals.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent.
One year of work history or military service with honorable discharge.

Responsibilities

Prepare finished products for shipping.
Measure, cut, and assemble wood pieces to build crates, pallets, and boxes that securely contain products.
Assist with loading and unloading trucks and containers.
Ensure incoming shipments are delivered to the designated area or person.
Minimize material waste.
Care for and perform preventive maintenance on equipment in use.
Follow safety guidelines and report violations, accidents, and near misses to the supervisor.
Assist in training new personnel on safety, production, and quality standards and procedures.
Follow instructions provided by the supervisor.
Maintain housekeeping in the designated work area and throughout the facility.
Perform other duties as assigned.