Military and Commercial Crater and Packager

Rectico – MES Technologies Company

Job Title: Military and Commercial Crater and Packager

Pay Range: $20.00-$26.00 /hr

Job Type: Part-time, potential for full time

Position Summary

The Crater/Packager is responsible for preparing, packaging, and crating military and

aerospace components for secure shipment. This includes handling non-standard items,

interpreting technical specifications, and ensuring compliance with military packaging

standards to prevent damage during transport.

Key Responsibilities

• Receive and understand packaging requirements given from blueprints,

specifications, or verbal instructions

• Build custom crates containers using woodworking tools and banding equipment

• Secure items using blocking, bracing, padding, and weatherproofing techniques

• Operate forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material handling equipment

• Inspect containers and packaged items to ensure quality and compliance

• Label and mark shipments according to military standards

• Coordinate loading and unloading of sensitive or oversized items

• Maintain a clean and organized work area, adhering to safety protocols

Required Skills & Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Carpentry or woodworking experience

• 1–3 years of experience in packaging, crating, or logistics (military or defense

industry preferred)

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and specifications

• Proficiency with hand and power tools (e.g., drills, saws, nail guns)

• Forklift and crane certification (or ability to obtain)

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy

• U.S. Citizenship (required for security clearance eligibility)

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with military packaging standards (e.g., MIL-STD-2073, ASTM

D3951)

• Carpentry or woodworking background

Work Environment

• Warehouse or manufacturing setting

• Requires standing, lifting (up to 50 lbs), and repetitive motion

• Use of PPE including safety glasses, gloves, and steel-toe boots

• May involve exposure to loud noises and varying temperatures

• Teamwork and cross training