Packaging & Crating Technician I

Entangled Future; City of Syracuse (NY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluefors in Syracuse, NY is seeking a Packaging & Crating Technician I to join the Shipping team. You will prepare supplies, assemble wooden crates, complete shipping paperwork, and coordinate with truck drivers to ensure safe, timely shipments.

Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma or GED, 1–3 months related experience, and basic computer skills. ERP experience is preferred, and you will use lifting equipment and follow documented work instructions to maintain a clean, organized

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• 1–3 months of related experience or training preferred.
• ERP system experience preferred.
• Read and follow safety rules, work instructions and manuals.

Responsibilities

• Prepare supplies needed for daily shipments (boxes, crates, hand tools, banding equipment).
• Assemble wooden crates using basic hand tools.
• Complete required shipping paperwork and coordinate with truck drivers.
• Assist with managing shipping supplies to prevent shortages.
• Position units onto pallets using lifting equipment and follow work instructions.
• Maintain a clean, organized and safe Shipping area.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication skills

Independent work

Safety compliance

ERP experience

Forklift operation

Manual handling

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

ERP system

Job description

Packaging & Crating Technician I at Bluefors, Syracuse, United States, US. A mid-level full time position in the Engineering team, listed under business operations. We are looking for a Packaging & Crating Technician I to join our Shipping team at Bluefors in Syracuse, NY. In this role, you will support the preparation, packaging, and crating of Bluefors products for shipment to customers around the world. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, takes pride in organization and accuracy, and wants to grow within a collaborative, high-tech manufacturing environment. Interested? Keep reading! Your responsibilities will include working with the Shipping Supervisor or Coordinator to prepare supplies needed for daily shipments, including boxes, crates, hand tools, and banding equipment. You will assemble wooden crates using basic hand tools, complete required shipping paperwork, communicate with truck drivers during product loading, and assist with managing shipping supplies to help prevent shortages. You will also assist other technicians as needed, use lifting equipment to position units onto pallets, and carefully follow work instructions to ensure labeling, documentation, and packaging requirements are completed accurately. Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe Shipping area will also be an important part of the role. We are looking for a candidate with a high school diploma or GED, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. One to three months of related experience and/or training is preferred, and experience working in a Shipping department is highly valued. Experience working with an ERP system is also preferred. You should be able to read and follow safety rules, work instructions, procedures, manuals, and training documents. Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, communication abilities, and the ability to work independently are important for success in this role. Basic computer skills and the ability to safely use material handling equipment such as forklifts, chain hoists, and hand trucks are also required. We also appreciate candidates who demonstrate a strong w