TEMP Packing Assembler

Charles River; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 35,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles River in Raleigh, NC is seeking a TEMP Packing Assembler to build, repair, and maintain wooden shipping crates for animal transportation. The role supports Animal Packers and warehouse staff in a fast-paced, safety-conscious environment.

This temporary assignment lasts roughly 3 to 6 months, with duties including measuring and cutting materials, inspecting crates, unloading deliveries, and keeping supplies organized.

Qualifications

• No formal education required; currently enrolled or recent graduate preferred.
• Able to read and follow verbal and written directions with attention to detail.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, or performing basic construction/woodworking is preferred.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds safely.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team; warehouse or manufacturing experience preferred but not required.
• Forklift experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Build, assemble, repair, and maintain wooden shipping crates per specs.
• Measure, cut, and prepare materials using hand/power tools.
• Inspect crates for structural integrity and shipping compliance.
• Assist with staging crates, containers, and supplies for shipment.
• Support packing and shipping activities as needed.
• Unload trucks and store supplies.
• Maintain inventory of crate-building materials and warehouse supplies.
• Keep the workspace clean, safe, and organized.
• Assist with warehouse projects and material movement as assigned.
• Follow all safety procedures and proper equipment handling.

Skills

Hand tools

Power tools

Woodworking

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Lift up to 50 lbs

Education

No education required

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Woodworking

Job description

Job Overview

As a TEMP Packing Assembler in Raleigh, you will be responsible for constructing shipping crates and preparing materials used in animal transportation and shipping operations. This position will primarily focus on building, assembling, and maintaining crates to support operational needs, while providing assistance to Animal Packers and warehouse staff as needed.

*This is a temporary position with an expected assignment between 3 - 6 months, designed to support increased workload and provide hands-on experience in a warehouse and logistics environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Building, assembling, repairing, and maintaining wooden shipping crates according to established specifications and quality standards.
• Measuring, cutting, and preparing materials for crate construction using hand and power tools.
• Inspecting completed crates to ensure structural integrity and compliance with shipping requirements.
• Assisting with staging and preparing crates, containers, and supplies for shipment.
• Supporting Animal Packers with packing and shipping activities as needed.
• Unloading delivery trucks and placing supplies in designated storage locations.
• Organizing and maintaining inventory of crate-building materials and warehouse supplies.
• Performing general housekeeping and maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment.
• Assisting with warehouse projects, materials movement, and other operational support activities as assigned.
• Following all company safety procedures and proper equipment handling practices.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• No education required. Currently enrolled in high school, trade school, or college, or recent graduate preferred.
• Ability to communicate and follow verbal and written directions accurately, including multi-tasking and paying close attention to detail.
• Experience using hand tools, power tools, or performing basic construction, woodworking, or maintenance work is preferred.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow written instructions and specifications.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Warehouse, stockroom, construction, or manufacturing experience is preferred but not required.
• Forklift experience is preferred but not required.

The pay for this position is $17.75 / hour.

Charles River is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, family status, pregnancy, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

It is unlawful in some states (including Massachusetts) to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

If you are interested in applying to Charles River Laboratories and need special assistance or an accommodation due to a disability to complete any forms or to otherwise participate in the resume submission process, please contact a member of our Human Resources team by sending an e-mail message to [e-mail]. This contact is for accommodation requests for individuals with disabilities only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.

For more information, please visit www.criver.com.