Crate Builder

Opti Staffing; Woodland (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Carpentry skills

Manufacturing exposure

Temporary position

Team environment

Job summary

Opti Staffing in the United States is seeking a Crate Building Associate to support wood crating operations in Ridgefield, WA. This full-time, on-site role emphasizes constructing wooden crates, measuring lumber, and using hand and power tools to prepare shipments.

You will read specs, assemble crates to specification, inspect quality, and maintain a clean, safe workspace. Prior carpentry or construction experience and reliable attendance are valued.

Qualifications

• Experience in carpentry, woodworking, or construction.
• Ability to read measurements and follow assembly instructions.
• Ability to lift and move materials and perform physical work throughout the shift.
• Comfort using basic hand and power tools safely.

Responsibilities

• Build and assemble wooden shipping crates to package equipment and materials.
• Measure, cut, and assemble lumber per specifications.
• Safely operate hand and power tools, including saws, drills, and nail guns.
• Read measurements and follow instructions to ensure crate accuracy.
• Inspect finished crates for quality, stability, and durability.
• Load, move, and organize lumber and materials as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.

Skills

Carpentry skills

Woodworking

Construction

Measuring with tape

Tools

Saws

Drills

Nail guns

Hand tools

Job description

Crate Building Associate Location: Ridgefield, WA Pay: $20+ / hour DOE Schedule: Full-time Monday - Friday

Who We Are

We are seeking a dependable, hands-on individual to assist with wood crating operations. This is a great opportunity for someone with experience in carpentry, woodworking, or general construction who enjoys working with tools and building wooden structures.

What You’ll Do

• Build and assemble wooden shipping crates to safely package and transport equipment and materials.
• Measure, cut, and assemble lumber according to specifications.
• Safely operate hand and power tools, including saws, drills, and nail guns.
• Read measurements and follow instructions to ensure accurate crate construction.
• Inspect finished crates for quality, stability, and durability.
• Load, move, and organize lumber and other materials as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow all workplace safety procedures and wear required personal protective equipment.

What’s In It for You

• An opportunity to put your carpentry and woodworking skills to use.
• Hands-on experience in a manufacturing and shipping environment.
• A temporary position with an immediate need.
• The opportunity to work in a team-oriented, hands-on role.

What You Need to Have

• Experience with carpentry, woodworking, construction, or similar hands-on work.
• Comfort using basic hand and power tools.
• Ability to take accurate measurements and follow assembly instructions.
• Ability to lift and move materials and perform physical work throughout the shift.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to workplace safety.
• Reliable attendance and a positive, team-oriented attitude.

The Musts

• Hands-on experience with tools and assembling wooden structures.
• Ability to read a tape measure and work with basic measurements.
• Ability to follow instructions and complete tasks accurately.
• Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Dependability and willingness to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment.

Preferred

• Previous experience building wooden shipping crates or pallets.
• Background in carpentry, woodworking, framing, or construction.
• Experience using saws, drills, nail guns, and other power tools.
• Familiarity with preparing materials for shipping and transportation.