Crating Associate 2nd shift

Cornerstone Building Brands, Inc.; Auburn (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

Paid holidays

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Cornerstone Building Brands, Inc. is looking for a Crating Associate in Auburn, WA, to join their team. The role requires assembling packaging and building crating to protect windows and doors during shipping. Responsibilities include reviewing paperwork, pulling packaging materials, and transporting products.

The position offers a base pay of $25 per hour plus a shift differential, with full benefits from day one including medical, dental, and vision plans. Team members also receive paid time off, holidays, and retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• Ability to visualize and determine appropriate package size.
• Ability to safely operate forklift and scale equipment.
• Ability to prioritize work tasks according to production requirements.
• Ability to perceive defects in packaging materials.
• Ability to follow written instructions and codes.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations.
• Ability to read measurements accurately.
• Ability to use hand tools correctly.
• Ability to make sound judgments in job functions.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Ability to work under stress and tight deadlines.
• Ability to follow instructions willingly.
• Ability to maintain a safe workplace.

Responsibilities

• Assemble packaging and build crating to protect products during shipment.
• Receive and review paperwork.
• Pull packaging materials as needed.
• Build crates and cut lumber to required dimensions.
• Transport products to packaging area.
• Secure and label packaging for shipping.
• Enter information into computer systems.
• Complete shipping paperwork.

Skills

Visualize appropriate package size

Safely operate forklift and scale equipment

Prioritize work tasks

Perceive defects in materials

Comprehend written instructions

Accurate job performance in fast-paced environment

Lift and carry up to 75 pounds

Basic math skills

Read a tape measure

Use hand tools

Make sound judgments

Effectively communicate with others

Perform repetitive tasks

Work under stress

Follow written and verbal instructions

Contribute to a safe workplace

Meet quality standards

Tools

Staple gun

Nail gun

Table saw

Chop saw

Tape measure

Job description

Job Description

Crating Associate

Base Pay: $25.00 per hour plus $1.50 Shift Differential

Shift: 2nd Shift, Monday-Thursday, 2:30pm to 1:00am, plus overtime based on production needs

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Work as part of team to assemble packaging and build crating to prevent damage and protect windows/doors during shipment off site.

• Receive and review paperwork from shipping office.
• Pull appropriately sized cardboard, lumber or other packaging materials, as required.
• If building a crate, figure out dimensions required and use chop saw to cut lumber to required lengths.
• Retrieve order of window/door units from storage racks, load onto glass cart and transport to packaging work area.
• Remove label from window and set aside temporarily.
• Assembles carton or crate.
• Secure bottom of carton with staplegun or bottom of crate with nail gun.
• Place carton over window/lift window into crate.
• Secure top of carton or top of crate.
• Place product stickers to outside of carton/crate. Mark with necessary shipping information.
• Lift, weigh and record information on shipping documents.
• Move carton/crate to staging area and complete shipping paperwork; returning paperwork to shipping office.
• Enter weight and number of pieces into computer.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Ability to visualize and determine appropriate package size.
• Ability to safely operate forklift and scale equipment.
• Ability to prioritize work tasks according to production requirements.
• Ability to visually perceive scratches, irregularities, or other imperfections in materials.
• Ability to comprehend written instructions, measurements, or coding spelled out on production paperwork/tags.
• Ability to accurately complete the essential functions of this job on a continual basis in a fast‑paced production environment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 75 pounds.
• Ability to perform basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
• Ability to read a tape measure to the 1/16th inch.
• Ability to use hand tools such as a staple gun, nail gun, table saw, chop saw, etc.
• Ability to make sound judgments and decisions as required to complete job functions/tasks.
• Ability to deal effectively with co‑workers and supervisors/managers.
• Ability to perform repetitive or short‑cycle work.
• Ability to work effectively under stress and/or tight deadlines.
• Ability to willingly follow instructions both written and verbal.
• Ability to contribute to a safe and drug free workplace.
• Ability to meet quality standards.

Equipment used: Staple gun, nail gun, table saw, chop saw, tape measure, safety glasses, earplugs, protective sleeves, and steel‑toe boots.

Must have valid US work authorization.

Benefits

Full‑time team members receive medical, dental and vision benefits starting day 1. Other benefits include PTO, paid holidays, FSA, life insurance, LTD, STD, 401(k), EAP, discount programs, tuition reimbursement, training and professional development.

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Must be at least 18 years of age to apply.