Shipping Crate Builder

Big Top Manufacturing, LLC•Perry, FL

20d

About The Position

The Shipping Crate Builder achieves immediate and short-term shipping and receiving objectives set by the Shipping Supervisor. The role prepares finished products for shipment by measuring, cutting, and assembling wood to build crates, pallets, and boxes that securely contain products. It also supports loading and unloading, directs incoming shipments to the appropriate areas or people, minimizes material waste, and maintains equipment and work areas. The position requires near-perfect 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 position reports directly to the Shipping Supervisor and has no supervisory responsibilities. The work involves regular heavy lifting and physical activity, including traversing the facility, climbing, balancing, walking, stooping, bending, pushing, pulling, and carrying materials. Employees work for prolonged periods on their feet and use hand tools and machinery. The stated work-environment temperature ranges from 15°F to 110°F. Normal hours are Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; hours may change at management’s discretion, and overtime is required as needed to support production goals. After 60 days, employees receive health, dental, and vision insurance at no cost, with premiums paid entirely by the employer. Other listed benefits include a 401(k) with company match, short- and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, an employee assistance program, and a vacation allowance.

Requirements

Be a team player.
Have time-management skills and the ability to prioritize tasks.
Obtain forklift certification within three months; on-the-job training is provided.
Read a tape measure to 1/16 inch and properly use hand tools, including radial arm saws, circular saws, nail guns, and screw guns.
Have basic computer literacy.
Have strong mathematical skills.
Ability to follow company safety procedures and processes.
Accurately exchange information with coworkers and management.
Regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
Be able to climb, balance, lift, walk, stoop, bend, push, pull, and carry materials while traversing facilities and machinery.
Work for prolonged periods on one's feet.
Have the manual dexterity to evaluate, modify, and operate machinery and equipment.
Have the visual acuity to read instructions and operate machines.

Nice To Haves

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

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 with training new personnel on safety, production, and quality standards and procedures.
Follow supervisor instructions.
Maintain housekeeping in the designated work area and throughout the facility.
Perform other duties as assigned.