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G&W Electric in Romeoville, IL seeks a Crater I to prepare and assemble wooden containers and pack large products for shipment. You will construct crates/skids, select materials, and brace items to prevent movement during transit.
You will verify orders against Bills of Material and document actions with standard forms. The role requires basic carpentry skills, ability to read drawings, and safe use of hand and power tools.
In this job you will be responsible for preparing and assembling wooden containers and packing large and heavy products and fragile apparatus for shipment. As a Crater you will Construct non standard boxes crates or skids for domestic or foreign shipments. Select materials for packing or protection of product and the method of bracing or blocking to prevent shifting while in transit. Check orders against bills of material to ensure that all components are included report shortages or errors. Assemble orders count weigh move or direct movement to the designated floor location using hand trucks pallet jacks or hoists. Record date and quantity method of shipment and verifies by signing initials. Mark order number on crates or packages with sales order number. Maintain safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures rules and regulations. Conserve resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results. Contribute to team effort by training others in performance of basic crating tasks as needed. Inspect all work prior to passing it on to the next operation. Document actions by completing production and quality forms. We are looking for someone who Has a High School diploma GED or combination of work experience and skill development. Ideally has 0 1 year experience working in a manufacturing environment or basic carpentry skills. Is able to safely use small hand and power tools. Has Experience using table and band saws. Must be able to perform basic mathematical calculations and accurate measuring. Has basic computer skills. Is able to read instructions and understand verbal instructions in English. Ideally can read and interpret Drawings and Bills of Material. The physical demands of the job are Work is classified as Medium Heavy Physical Demand Level PDL by the US Dept of Labors Dictionary of Occupational Titles. Frequencies Occasional 1 33; Frequent 34 66; Continuous 67 100. Lifting Demands: Lift up to 75 pounds on an occasional basis floor to waist with assistance, Lift up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis floor to waist, Carry up to 40 pounds on an occasional basis up to 25 feet. Push/Pull up to 40 pounds on a frequent basis, Push/Pull more than 40 pounds on an occasional basis with assistance. Postural Demands: Standing continuous, Walking continuous, Bending/stooping frequent, Squatting/kneeling frequent, Lifting frequent. Miscellaneous Demands: Griping manipulation fingering continuous, Variable hand/power tool use frequent, Two person tasks using assistive devices for lifting pulling and pushing including engine stands hand trucks pallet jacks and hoists.
Pay Range is typically between 2250 to 2375 per hour. Please note the pay information shown above is a general guideline. Pay is based upon candidate skills experience and qualifications. G&W Electric offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes Medical Dental and Vision InsuranceShort and Long Term DisabilityLife InsuranceHealth club membership program and reimbursementEmployee Assistance ProgramTuition Reimbursement401 k Annual Profit SharingVacationAir conditionedheated state of the art manufacturing facility.
G&W Electric has grown into a global leader in engineered electrical power grid solutions. Working with us means joining a worldwide team of passionate manufacturing professionals striving to continually improve the technologies the world depends on to deliver safe reliable electricity. Our culture is focused on employee success so we foster an entrepreneurial environment that encourages everyone to thrive. Learn more about our company by watching this video https: //wwwyoutubecomwatchvDMtAhsdYeUQ . G&W Electric enjoys a long reputation for product quality innovation and world class customer service to the power industry. We have established this reputation by believing that our greatest asset is our employees. We owe our success to the initiative and talents of highly skilled individuals within our team based organization. Our goal is to set the standard for customer satisfaction by ensuring a superior level of service performance and innovation. As a global organization and industry leader we are committed to cultivating an engaging work environment that embraces our core values and develops our talent. Our continuous focus on growth and innovation means that you become part of a company that provides challenging opportunities rewards excellence and combines your individual expertise to achieve a higher level of shared success. As part of our organization you also help power the world.
G&W Electric is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employees and applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age color disability gender national origin race religion sexual orientation gender identity protected veteran status or any other classification protected by federal state or local law. G&W Electric participates in the E Verify process for all new hires. G&W Electric participates in the E Verify process for all new hires. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.