Carpenter - Crate Builder (Contract)

Thermon; Oakville; On-site; CAD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermon is seeking a detail-oriented Crate Builder to join our manufacturing team. You will construct wooden crates and customized packaging to safely ship products, collaborating with production, shipping, and logistics.

The role suits hands-on individuals who take pride in craftsmanship, with experience in crate building, carpentry, and safe operation of hand and power tools. Candidates should be able to lift up to 50 lbs and work in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Previous crate-building or carpentry experience preferred.
• Ability to safely use hand and power tools.
• Strong measurement and math skills.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods.
• Manufacturing/warehouse environment experience preferred.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Reliable and committed to high-quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Build wooden crates, boxes, and packaging per drawings and orders.
• Operate carpentry tools safely.
• Measure, cut and assemble materials with accuracy.
• Prepare products for shipment and secure materials.
• Ensure crates meet safety and durability standards.
• Read work orders and blueprints.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area.
• Assist with loading/unloading materials.
• Follow health and safety protocols.

Skills

Crate building

Carpentry

Hand tools

Power tools

Math skills

Tools

Saw

Nail guns

Drill

Tape measure

Sander

Job description

Who We Are

Thermon is a diversified technology company and a global leader in industrial process heating, temperature maintenance, environmental monitoring and temporary power distribution solutions. We deliver engineered solutions that enhance operational awareness, safety, reliability and efficiency to deliver the lowest total cost of ownership.

Thermon offers over 250 products, software and services across multiple brands, providing a range of offerings from boilers, transportation heaters, and liquid load banks to tubing bundles and heat trace. We are the silent guardians of critical infrastructure. From the relentless demands of chemical plants and the intricate networks of rail and transit to the vital pulse of power generation, we innovate solutions that ensure optimal operation, protect critical assets, and maximize efficiency.

We care deeply about the success of our customers, the well-being of our people, and the reliability of every product we design. This drives our unwavering commitment to safety and integrity in everything we do. Through collaboration, we unite a rich legacy of expertise with a trusted global team, partnering side-by-side with our customers. We transfer the warmth needed to make life work.

We are seeking a detail-oriented and hardworking Crate Builder to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will be responsible for constructing wooden crates and customized packaging solutions used to safely ship a wide variety of products. You will work closely with production, shipping, and logistics teams to ensure products are protected and packaged to company and customer specifications.

This is a great opportunity for individuals who enjoy hands-on work, take pride in craftsmanship, and thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Build wooden crates, boxes, and specialty packaging according to drawings, measurements, and production requirements
• Safely operate carpentry and woodworking tools (saws, nail guns, drills, tape measures, sanders, etc.)
• Measure, cut, and assemble materials with accuracy and attention to detail
• Prepare products for shipment, including blocking, bracing, and securing materials
• Ensure all crates meet quality, safety, and durability standards
• Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and material lists
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Assist with loading/unloading materials as required
• Follow all health & safety protocols and contribute to a culture of safety

Qualifications

• Previous experience in crate building, carpentry, construction, or a similar hands-on role preferred
• Ability to use hand tools and power tools safely and confidently
• Strong measurement, math, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing or warehouse environment
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to high-quality workmanship

Salary: $20 - $22 per hour