Skilled Crating & Woodworking Operator – 2nd Shift

Armstrong World Industries, Inc.; Libertyville (IL); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

MRK Industries, Inc., a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, is seeking a Crating & Material Handling Operator for 2nd shift in Libertyville, IL. You will construct wooden crates and skids, read shop drawings, and ensure packaging meets design specifications.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement, with routine tool checks and adherence to SOPs. Training provided; lifting up to 75 pounds with assistance and PPE supplied.

Qualifications

• Experience in carpentry or crate/skid building preferred but not required.
• Ability to read shop drawings and measurements.
• Familiarity with power tools and pneumatic tools.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs with assistance.
• Willingness to follow safety policies and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety in all tasks.
• Read and interpret shop drawings, blueprints, and production layouts.
• Build and assemble wooden crates, skids, and packaging per design requirements.
• Cut lumber to precise tolerances using saws and cutting equipment.
• Inspect assemblies for structural integrity and compliance with specs.
• Participate in 5S and continuous-improvement initiatives.
• Attend required company training.
• Adhere to SOPs.

Skills

Carpentry

Shop drawings reading

Power tools

Measuring equipment

Safety awareness

Tools

Power tools

Pneumatic tools

Measuring equipment

Job description

MRK Industries, Inc., a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries, is seeking a Crating & Material Handling Operator for 2nd shift in Libertyville, IL. You will construct wooden crates and skids, read shop drawings, and ensure packaging meets design specifications.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement, with routine tool checks and adherence to SOPs. Training provided; lifting up to 75 pounds with assistance and PPE supplied.