Crater

Apex Sign Group; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Job summary

Apex Sign Group in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Crating Specialist to prepare, package, and crate materials for safe transport. You will work with shipping, receiving, and QA to ensure accuracy, safety, and efficiency in crating operations.

The role requires a high school diploma, experience in woodworking and reading production drawings, and comfort with hand and power tools. A collaborative, safety‑driven environment is provided along with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Experience in woodworking, fabrication, assembly, or custom crating is preferred.
• Experience reading and interpreting production drawings or technical instructions is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and fastening/joining techniques.
• Basic understanding of material handling and safe lifting practices.
• Ability to work independently or in a team to meet schedules and quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Design and construct crates using high-quality materials to ensure durability and safety.
• Collaborate with team members to plan and meet delivery deadlines.
• Use hand and power tools to build crates with precision and attention to detail.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace following safety protocols.
• Inspect materials and finished crates for design and quality compliance.
• Suggest improvements to crate designs and building processes to improve efficiency.

Skills

Woodworking

Reading drawings

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Woodworking techniques

Screws and rivets

Job description

Job Details:

Job Location: Apex Sign Group -TX - San Antonio, TX 78222, Position Type: Full Time, Position Summary

Responsible for preparing, packaging, and crating materials and equipment for safe transport and storage. This role ensures that all products are handled, packed, and documented according to company standards and customer specifications. The Crater works closely with shipping, receiving, and quality assurance teams to maintain accuracy, safety, and efficiency in all crating and logistics operations.

Essential Job Duties:

• Design and construct custom crates using high-quality materials to ensure durability, safety, and functionality.
• Collaborate with team members and other departments to plan, schedule, and meet customer requirements and delivery deadlines.
• Utilize a variety of hand tools, power tools, and woodworking techniques to build crates with precision and attention to detail.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace by following company safety protocols and housekeeping standards.
• Inspect materials and finished crates to ensure compliance with design specifications and quality standards.
• Suggest or implement opportunities to improve crate designs, building processes, and overall efficiency.

Qualifications: Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED) preferred.
• Prior experience in woodworking, fabrication, assembly, or custom crating preferred.
• Experience reading and interpreting production drawings, schematics, or technical instructions is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and fastening/joining techniques (screws, bolts, rivets, welding, etc.).
• Basic understanding of material handling, safe lifting practices, and workplace safety standards.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively in a team environment while meeting production schedules and quality standards.

Competency Statement(s)

• Accuracy - Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Coaching and Development - Ability to provide guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas.
• Communication, Written/Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word and in writing.
• Customer Service Oriented - Ability to take care of the customers' needs while following company procedures. Customers include divisions within Apex Signs as well as external customers.
• Planning – Ability to allocate resources and achieve goals while meeting deadlines and staffing limitations.
• Decision Making - Ability to make critical decisions while following company procedures.
• Relationship Building - Ability to effectively build relationships with customers and coworkers.
• Safety Awareness - Ability to identify and correct conditions that affect employee safety.

Work Environment / Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing environment.
• The ability to work in hot and cold conditions.
• Collaborative team environment with opportunities for growth and learning.
• Ability to walk, stand, and sit for long periods of time.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 25 lbs (e.g., moving equipment, hardware installations).
• The employee is occasionally required to work in non-climate-controlled environments.

Benefits Offered Full-Time Employees

• Competitive benefits for you and your family.
• 401K - retirement savings plan with several investment options.
• Generous Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays vacation time.
• Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance.

Work location: In person in San Antonio