1st Shift Crating Associate — 4-Day Week, Bonuses

Lantech; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly profitability bonuses

401(k) with company match

Paid Life, STD & LTD insurance

Paid Vacation, PTO, and 8 paid  holid​

4-day work week

Overtime opportunities

Job summary

Lantech is seeking a 1st Shift Crater to assemble and prepare our machines for shipment in a climate-controlled facility outside Louisville. You will build shipping skids, package equipment, and move parts using forklifts, ensuring every unit is secure and presentation-ready.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, safety, and a willingness to obtain forklift certification, with opportunities for overtime and quarterly profitability bonuses. A 4-day work week supports work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Preferred crating or shipping experience.
• Construction or manufacturing background.
• Experience using hand and power tools.

Responsibilities

• Build shipping skids using hand and power tools (including pneumatic impact tools and nail guns).
• Prepare, package, and secure machines and spare parts for shipment.
• Operate a forklift to move parts, skids, and equipment.
• Load machines into trucks for outbound shipment.
• Inspect machines for visible damage prior to shipping.
• Coordinate with other departments to resolve issues or make corrections.
• Prepare and organize shipping paperwork (manuals, documentation, etc.).
• Perform physical tasks including standing, walking, bending, and lifting.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Safety-conscious

Problem solving

Customer-focused

Forklift certification

Education

Shipping or crating experience

Construction/manufacturing background

Experience with hand and power tools

Tools

Hand and power tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Lantech is seeking a 1st Shift Crater to assemble and prepare our machines for shipment in a climate-controlled facility outside Louisville. You will build shipping skids, package equipment, and move parts using forklifts, ensuring every unit is secure and presentation-ready.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, safety, and a willingness to obtain forklift certification, with opportunities for overtime and quarterly profitability bonuses. A 4-day work week supports work-life balance.