Crate Builder

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Crate Builder

Job Description

This is a 1st shift and long-term opportunity that focuses on building custom skids and crates, packaging parts for shipment, and loading semis in a climate-controlled, small job shop environment. You use hand and power tools, operate a forklift, and handle shipping and receiving tasks to ensure products are accurately packaged, documented, and shipped on time. The position is physically active and offers strong opportunities for growth, including training on machinery and other advanced shop responsibilities. Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply!

Responsibilities

• Build custom skids and crates to safely ship parts and products.
• Package materials and prepare orders for shipment in accordance with company standards.
• Load and unload semis and trucks using appropriate equipment, including forklifts.
• Use hand tools, power tools, saws, and tape measures to cut, assemble, and secure materials.
• Accurately log weights, dimensions, and other shipment details on required paperwork.
• Perform shipping and receiving tasks, including checking in materials and staging outgoing shipments.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area through regular housekeeping and cleaning.
• Follow all safety procedures when operating tools, forklifts, and other equipment.
• Collaborate with team members on team lifts for heavier items (50 lbs or more).
• Demonstrate reliability, sound judgment, and a strong work ethic in daily tasks.
• Learn and adapt to new processes and equipment, with the potential to train on machines and expand responsibilities.
• Support production and shipping schedules by working assigned shifts and overtime as needed.

Essential Skills

• Experience with hand tools such as hammers, drills, and wrenches in a construction or carpentry setting.
• Experience with power tools, including saws and other cutting or fastening equipment.
• Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure for cutting and assembly tasks.
• Experience in carpentry, construction, or building work that involves working with wood and structural materials.
• Experience in shipping, warehouse, or shipping and receiving environments.
• Ability to safely operate a forklift for loading and unloading trucks and semis.
• Capability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting and moving materials with team assistance for heavier items.
• Strong dependability and consistent attendance, with the ability to follow instructions and work independently.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Attention to detail for logging weights, dimensions, and completing paperwork accurately.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Previous experience in a warehouse or job shop environment.
• Experience with loading and unloading trucks in a shipping and receiving role.
• Familiarity with climate-controlled manufacturing or machining environments.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new tools, machinery, and processes quickly.
• Construction or carpentry experience, can train on forklifts and other job details.
• Interest in growing into machine operation and other advanced shop responsibilities.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from a small, family-oriented job shop culture that values reliability, growth, and hands-on craftsmanship. The facility is climate controlled for comfort, with temperature maintained year-round and modern machinery in place, plus new equipment being added regularly. Team members have clear opportunities to grow into more advanced roles, including training on machines and expanding their skill sets, while enjoying a stable weekday schedule with the option for additional overtime and Saturday work.

Work Environment

The role is based in a small, family-owned job shop with a temperature-controlled environment maintained at approximately 73 degrees year-round due to the machinery in use. You work on first shift, Monday through Friday, from about 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., with voluntary Saturday work that is typically scheduled at least once per month and opportunities for overtime by starting earlier when needed. The work is hands-on and physical, involving regular use of hand tools, power tools, saws, tape measures, and forklifts in a production and shipping setting. The environment emphasizes safety, cleanliness, and teamwork, with a focus on maintaining an organized workspace and supporting efficient shipping and receiving operations.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Rockford, IL.

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $25.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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 Rockford,IL.

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 14, 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.