Wood Crate Builder | Carpentry & Packaging Pro

Givens Inc.; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with company match

Job summary

Givens Talent in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a Crate Builder to construct crates and wood packaging per customer specifications. You will operate power tools and forklifts to assemble and secure materials, maintaining high safety and quality standards.

The role requires ability to read a tape measure, prior manufacturing experience, and comfort with fast-paced environments. Competitive hourly pay and potential for permanent placement are offered.

Qualifications

• Must be able to read a tape measure.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment is required.
• Must be able to operate power tools including saws and nail guns.
• Strong attention to detail and safety awareness.

Responsibilities

• Building crates, skids and custom wood packaging per customer specs.
• Assemble materials using pneumatic nail guns, screws, bolts, glue and various hand tools.
• Placing product in wood containers manually or using forklift or crane.
• Bolting heavy machinery to bottom of box or skid.
• Wrapping and padding product with foam, plastic and foil barriers.
• Wrapping and tightening of metal or polyester bands around crate using banding equipment.
• Attaching identification stencils or labels as required by customer.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Manufacturing experience

Attention to safety

Tools

Saw

Chop saw

Drill press

Band saw

Nail guns

Job description

Givens Talent in Chesapeake, VA is seeking a Crate Builder to construct crates and wood packaging per customer specifications. You will operate power tools and forklifts to assemble and secure materials, maintaining high safety and quality standards.

The role requires ability to read a tape measure, prior manufacturing experience, and comfort with fast-paced environments. Competitive hourly pay and potential for permanent placement are offered.