Woodworker: Pallets & Crates in Fast-Paced Woodshop

Midwest Packaging & Container; Machesney Park (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Midwest Packaging & Container in Machesney Park, IL is seeking a skilled Woodworker to join our fast-paced woodshop. You will build pallets, crates, and skids from drawings and customer specs, using industrial saws and fasteners while meeting tight deadlines.

This role requires reading drawings and prints, lifting 50–100 lb, and collaborating with customer service to ensure accurate, overseas shipments. A strong emphasis on safety, detail, and reliability is essential, with overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience reading drawings and prints accurately.
• Experience with industrial saws, staple/nail guns, and glue guns.
• Ability to lift 50–100 pounds and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Build pallets, skids, and crates according to drawings and customer specs.
• Operate industrial saws, staple guns, nail guns, and glue guns safely.
• Read tape measures and prints to ensure accurate construction.
• Crate products for local and overseas shipment.
• Collaborate with customer service and other departments to meet deadlines.
• Maintain a clean, safe woodshop and follow safety protocols.
• Work overtime as needed.

Skills

Reading drawings

Reading tape measures

Lifting 50-100 lbs

Attention to detail

Safety compliance

Overtime willingness

Team collaboration

Tools

Industrial saws

Industrial staple guns

Industrial nail guns

Glue guns

Job description

Midwest Packaging & Container in Machesney Park, IL is seeking a skilled Woodworker to join our fast-paced woodshop. You will build pallets, crates, and skids from drawings and customer specs, using industrial saws and fasteners while meeting tight deadlines.

This role requires reading drawings and prints, lifting 50–100 lb, and collaborating with customer service to ensure accurate, overseas shipments. A strong emphasis on safety, detail, and reliability is essential, with overtime as needed.