Crating & Woodworking Technician | Heavy Lifting, Safe Ops

NX GROUP (NIPPON EXPRESS GROUP); Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts & HSA

Life and AD&D

Disability insurance

Commuter benefits

Generous vacation and sick time

Job summary

Nippon Express U.S.A., Inc. is hiring a Crate Assembler in Newport News, VA. The role involves measuring, cutting, assembling and packing using various tools to meet quality and safety standards. You will support the crating department and work with a team in a warehouse environment.

Requirements include 1–2 years of woodworking experience and a High School Diploma or equivalent. Expect physical tasks, lifting up to 50 lbs, and a safety-conscious, OSHA-compliant approach.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of woodworking experience.
• Expert knowledge in woodworking/constructing.

Responsibilities

• Using pneumatic power tools, saws, heat irons, etc.
• Operate all crating tools safely.
• Able to measure accurately.
• Take direction and work independently or collaboratively with a team.
• Work in non-temp regulated atmosphere with seasons of extreme heat and cold.
• Lift and carry at least 50lbs regularly.
• Participate in overhead crane operations for safety.
• Work in an OSHA compliant safe manner.

Skills

Woodworking

Measuring

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Nippon Express U.S.A., Inc. is hiring a Crate Assembler in Newport News, VA. The role involves measuring, cutting, assembling and packing using various tools to meet quality and safety standards. You will support the crating department and work with a team in a warehouse environment.

Requirements include 1–2 years of woodworking experience and a High School Diploma or equivalent. Expect physical tasks, lifting up to 50 lbs, and a safety-conscious, OSHA-compliant approach.