Skid & Crate Builder | Precision Wood Packaging Specialist

Wesgar Inc.; Port Coquitlam; On-site; CAD 71,635,000 - 80,231,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health care

Dental care

Life and disability insurance

Paid vacation

Company events

Job summary

Wesgar Inc. in Port Coquitlam, BC is seeking a hands-on Shipper/Crating & Skid Builder to join the Shipping team. You will build wooden skids, crates, and packaging to protect products for shipment, using carpentry skills and hand/power tools with safety in mind.

The role requires forklift operation, precise measuring, and the ability to adapt to varying project requirements in a fast-paced setting; in-person, day shift with competitive hourly pay.

Qualifications

• Experience in carpentry or crate building is required or strongly preferred.
• Valid forklift operator certification is required.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Build standard and customized wooden skids, crates, and packing supports.
• Measure, mark, and cut lumber with saws and tools.
• Assemble skids and crates using hand and power tools.
• Determine packaging methods to protect products during transport.
• Pack and secure parts to minimize shipping damage.
• Operate a forklift to load, unload, and move products.
• Assist with general shipping and receiving duties as needed.
• Ensure orders are properly packaged and ready on schedule.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow safety procedures.

Skills

Carpentry

Woodworking

Wood fabrication

Crate/pallet building

Saws

Hand tools

Power tools

Forklift certification

Measuring tape

Attention to detail

Independent work

Tools

Forklift

Job description

Wesgar Inc. in Port Coquitlam, BC is seeking a hands-on Shipper/Crating & Skid Builder to join the Shipping team. You will build wooden skids, crates, and packaging to protect products for shipment, using carpentry skills and hand/power tools with safety in mind.

The role requires forklift operation, precise measuring, and the ability to adapt to varying project requirements in a fast-paced setting; in-person, day shift with competitive hourly pay.