Crating Specialist - 2nd Shift

Air Distribution Limited; Alabama; On-site; USD 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Distribution Limited is seeking a crate fabricator to construct wooden crates and pack machinery, vehicles, and other large items. You will read blueprints and shipping notices, determine crate size and materials, lay out dimensions, and assemble crates using manual and powered tools.

Responsibilities include transporting crates to shipping areas, securing loads, and applying protective coverings and labels for international or domestic shipments. Travel to Geneva, AL is required.

Qualifications

• Read blueprints, shipping notices and specs to define container size and materials.
• Inspect product to determine crate size, supports, and packing requirements.
• Lay out dimensions on materials with ruler, tape and pencil.
• Assemble using nails, screws, glue and hand tools.

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and shipping notices to determine crate size and materials.
• Inspect product to define container and support requirements.
• Lay out dimensions on materials and cut to size.
• Use hand and powered saws to size materials.
• Assemble crates with nails, screws, glue and banding.
• Place products in crates and secure with hoists or manual handling.
• Wrap and protect crates with packing material and bands.
• Attach labels with destination, weight, and contents.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Measuring & layout

Hand/power tool operation

Packing/crating

Attention to detail

Education

High School or better

Tools

Nailing machine

Banding equipment

Hoist

Measuring tape

Job description

Air Distribution Limited is seeking a crate fabricator to construct wooden crates and pack machinery, vehicles, and other large items. You will read blueprints and shipping notices, determine crate size and materials, lay out dimensions, and assemble crates using manual and powered tools.

Responsibilities include transporting crates to shipping areas, securing loads, and applying protective coverings and labels for international or domestic shipments. Travel to Geneva, AL is required.