Crate Builder
Kimco Staffing
Long Beach, CA
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JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$19–$21 Per Hour
SKILLS
Aviation Industry, Blueprints, Carpentry, Detail Oriented, English Language, Forklift, Hand Tools, High School Diploma, Lift/Move 50 Pounds, Loading/Unloading, Manufacturing, Mathematics, Order Picking/Packing, Organizational Skills, Pallet Jack, Production Systems, Shipping Operations, Shipping Requirements, Team Player, Warehousing, Woodworking
LOCATION
Long Beach, CA
POSTED
1 day ago
Location: Greater Los Angeles Area
Industry: Manufacturing | Aviation and Defense
Pay Rate: $19-$21
Schedule: Monday -Friday 6AM-3:30PM
Position Overview
We are hiring a Crate Builder to support custom packaging and shipping operations. This role is hands on and critical to protecting high value products during transport.
Key Responsibilities
- Build custom wooden crates, skids, and pallets to spec
- Measure, cut, and assemble materials using hand and power tools
- Read and interpret blueprints and work orders
- Ensure all builds meet structural and shipping requirements
- Inspect finished crates for quality and durability
- Maintain a clean and organized workspace
- Follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements
- Assist with labeling, loading, and preparing shipments
- Support additional tasks as business needs change
Qualifications
- Experience in carpentry, crate building, or woodworking preferred
- Ability to read blueprints and use measuring tools accurately
- Experience with saws, nail guns, drills, and other tools
- Strong attention to detail and build quality
- Ability to work independently and with a team
- Basic math skills required
Physical Requirements
- Lift up to 50 pounds regularly
- Stand, bend, and move throughout the shift
- Comfortable working in a production environment
Work Environment
- Warehouse or manufacturing setting
- Exposure to noise, dust, and varying temperatures
- PPE required at all times
Education and Additional Requirements
- High school diploma or GED preferred
- Ability to read, write, and follow instructions in English
- Forklift certification or willingness to obtain
- Experience with industrial packaging or shipping standards is a plus
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