Crate Assembler

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Crate Assembler

Job Description

The Crate Assembler assembles and packages manufactured products after they have completed the painting process to ensure high-quality items are accurately prepared and protected for shipment. This role focuses on building custom crates, bolting and assembling gates and barriers, and carefully packaging products and hardware so they arrive safely and in excellent condition.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and package manufactured products after the painting process to ensure they are ready for shipment.
• Build wooden crates for shipping, ensuring they are sturdy, secure, and tailored to product specifications.
• Bolt and assemble gates, barriers, and related structures according to work instructions and blueprints.
• Follow detailed work instructions and blueprints to complete assemblies accurately and efficiently.
• Perform visual quality control checks on painted products to verify finish quality and identify defects.
• Select, package, and secure the correct hardware and components into each crate for shipping.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and pneumatic tools safely and effectively during crate building and assembly.
• Measure, cut, and prepare wood and other materials as needed for crate construction.
• Wrap and package products to protect them from damage during transport.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and follow all safety procedures and guidelines.

Essential Skills

• Ability to use measuring devices accurately to cut and assemble materials to specification.
• Proficiency with hand tools and power tools for assembly and crate building.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions, including work instructions and blueprints.
• Experience with assembly or production work in a manufacturing or construction environment.
• Capability to perform visual quality control inspections on finished paint jobs.
• Comfort using pneumatic tools and other production equipment safely.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and ability to build and fasten components securely.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous woodworking or carpentry experience, especially in building crates or similar structures, is much preferred.
• Experience in crate building, construction, or related trades.
• Prior experience in packaging and wrapping products for shipping.
• Familiarity with wood cutting tools and techniques.
• Ability to work efficiently in a production environment while maintaining quality standards.

Why Work Here?

You will work in a clean, well-regarded facility that is known in the local community as a great place to work. The schedule offers Monday to Thursday daytime hours from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with half days on Fridays from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. as needed, supporting work-life balance. The organization offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes insurance, profit sharing, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, and a 401(k) plan. There is a strong focus on matching people with roles that fit their strengths, creating opportunities for long-term satisfaction and growth.

Work Environment

The work environment is a clean, updated manufacturing facility with plenty of space to perform crate building and assembly tasks safely and comfortably. Team members work daytime shifts Monday through Thursday from 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., with occasional half-day shifts on Fridays from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. as needed. The facility includes a well-appointed break room featuring a mini market, providing convenient access to snacks and refreshments during breaks. Work involves regular use of hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, measuring devices, and woodworking equipment in a production setting.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Grand Forks, ND.

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $22.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Grand Forks,ND.

This position is anticipated to close on Aug 3, 2026.

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in 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.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.