Crate Builder- Panels 581 (1st Shift)

Plascore Inc; Zeeland (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vis

401(k) & Roth 401(k) match

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Plascore Inc. in Zeeland, MI is seeking a Crate Builder to construct crates and skids for shipping products on the 1st shift. Starting pay is $18.90 per hour, with overtime opportunities and a focus on safety and quality.

You will read work orders, measure lumber, and assemble crates to specified dimensions while maintaining inventory and supporting other departments as needed. The role emphasizes a clean, efficient work environment, adherence to ITAR considerations for eligible programs, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Ability to work overtime.

Responsibilities

• Accurately measure and cut lumber.
• Build crates and skids to exact dimensions according to information provided.
• Monitor power tools for safety and working order.
• Utilize materials efficiently to minimize scrap.
• Ensure crates are properly labeled with order number.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of materials and advise supervisor of shortages.

Skills

Attention to detail

Overtime availability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 581 - ZEELAND, MI 49464. Position Type: Full Time. Job Shift: 1st shift. Job Category: Manufacturing. As a Crate Builder you will build crates and skids for shipping products.

Crate Builder: Starting at $18.90/hr. on 1st Shift.

Key Responsibilities

• Accurately measure and cut lumber.
• Build crates and skids to specific dimensions according to information provided.
• Monitor power tools for safety and working order.
• Utilize materials efficiently to minimize scrap.
• Ensure crates are properly labeled with order number.
• Maintain an accurate inventory of materials and advise supervisor of shortages.
• Assist other departments as necessary.
• Read work orders and follow instructions.
• Frequently asks production area if they need help.
• Provide the customer with the best value including Cost, Quality, and Delivery.
• Participate in improving our product, processes, equipment and methods.
• Handle internal and external questions in a prompt professional manner.
• Maintains a clean and safe work environment at all times.
• Continually look for ways to improve job efficiency and performance.
• Performs all reasonably related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work overtime.

Additional Requirements

Must be eligible to work on programs subject to ITAR (International Traffic in Arms Regulations).

Benefits

Plascore is an established global manufacturer of honeycomb core, composite structures, and cleanrooms. Plascore's lightweight, industrial strength, honeycomb technology is utilized for a multitude of applications within the aerospace, automotive and marine industries. Plascore is an employee driven organization, fueled by professional teams with dedicated years of service to manufacturing.

Bonus Programs

• $1,200 Employee Referral Bonus - Paid in monthly increments.
• Quarterly Bonus- based on business unit metrics

Health Benefits

• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision) with Flex Spending or Health Savings Accounts
• Free high-deductible health plan for employee only coverage.
• New Hires are eligible for health insurance benefits on day one!
• Company provided short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Employee Assistance Program- including legal & professional counseling services

Paid Time Off

• Paid and unpaid vacation totaling 6 weeks (years of service determines paid portion)
• 8-week paid sabbatical for every 10 years of service
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave

401(K) & Roth 401(K)

• 50% match up to 6% for all participating employees.

Educational Support

• Tuition Reimbursement for job-related and certificate programs
• Dependent scholarship to cover up to 100% of tuition cost for child dependents
• Use of training grants like GoingPro to allow for professional development

Childcare

• Flex Spending Account for childcare
• Tri-Share childcare program (2/3 of childcare costs covered)

Company Events

• Annual company picnic
• Annual golf outing
• Annual holiday party

Other Perks

• White-Caps baseball ticket raffles
• Discounts available at: MVP Athletic Club, Stellantis, Bedslide, Enterprise rentals, RX Optical
• Clean work environment
• Smooth pace of work
• Family owned and operated.
• Security of work for an established, growing company that serves a diverse customer base.
• Bi-Weekly Pay

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), it is the policy of Plascore to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail].

Plascore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or other legally protected characteristic.