Pallet & Crate Builder

LAKOS Filtration Solutions; Clovis (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

LAKOS Filtration Solutions is seeking a reliable Pallet & Crate Builder to join our production team in California. This full-time role builds, assembles, and repairs wooden pallets and crates to precise specifications, ensuring safe packaging for shipping.

You will read work orders, use power and hand tools, operate forklifts and pallet jacks, and maintain a clean, safe work area while collaborating with shipping and production to hit daily output goals.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or carpentry/woodworking environment preferred.
• Able to read basic work orders and measurements.
• Comfortable using power tools and hand tools.
• Forklift certification preferred or willingness to obtain upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, and repair wooden pallets and crates to specified dimensions and quality standards.
• Read and follow work orders, packaging specs, and build instructions.
• Operate power tools including nail guns, saws, and drills safely and efficiently.
• Use hand tools such as hammers, staple guns, and measuring tape.
• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to move materials and finished units.
• Inspect completed pallets and crates for structural integrity before use.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Communicate with shipping and production teams to meet daily output goals.
• Follow all workplace safety policies and PPE requirements.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Reliability

Manual dexterity

Read work orders

Tools

Power tools

Hand tools

Forklift operation

Job description

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We are looking for a reliable and hardworking Pallet & Crate Builder to join our team full-time. In this role, you will be responsible for constructing pallets and custom crates used to package and ship our products safely to customers. You'll play a key role in making sure every order leaves our facility secure, protected, and ready for delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, and repair wooden pallets and crates to specified dimensions and quality standards
• Read and follow work orders, packaging specs, and build instructions
• Operate power tools including nail guns, saws, and drills safely and efficiently
• Use hand tools such as hammers, staple guns, and measuring tape
• Operate forklifts and pallet jacks to move materials and finished units
• Inspect completed pallets and crates for structural integrity before use
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
• Communicate with shipping and production teams to meet daily output goals
• Follow all workplace safety policies and PPE requirements

Qualifications

• Prior experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, or carpentry/woodworking environment preferred
• Comfortable using power tools, hand tools, and material handling equipment
• Forklift certification preferred (or willingness to obtain upon hire)
• Ability to read basic work orders and measurements
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Reliable, punctual, and a team player
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stand for extended periods

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to perform essential job functions safely and successfully.
• Lift and carry up to 50 pounds, with ease of movement in a fast-paced environment.
• Engage in repetitive motion, clutch, lift, grab, bend, stoop, push, and pull without difficulties.
• Stand on feet during work shift and effectively communicate issues.