Crate Builder – 2Nd Shift

Crate Builder – 2nd ShiftLocation:Claremore, OKShift:3:30 PM – 2:00 AMJob Type:Temp-to-HireJob Order #:140099Position OverviewStand-By Personnel is seeking an experienced Crate Builder to join an industrial manufacturing and shipping operation in Claremore. This position is responsible for constructing custom wooden crates, skids, and heavy-duty packaging designed to protect high-value and heavy industrial products during transportation.The ideal candidate has at least 1 year of industrial crate building, carpentry, framing, or woodworking experience and is comfortable operating power saws, pneumatic tools, and other woodworking equipment. Strong measurement skills are essential, including the ability to accurately read a tape measure down to 1/16 inch.Required Experience & Skills• Minimum 1 year of industrial crate building, carpentry, framing, or woodworking experience• Ability to accurately read a tape measure down to 1/16 inch• Strong math and measurement skills• Experience operating power saws and woodworking equipment• Experience using pneumatic nail guns and staple guns• Comfortable using drills, hammers, and other hand tools• Ability to read and interpret work orders and dimensional requirements• Strong attention to detail and craftsmanship• Ability to safely perform repetitive physical work throughout a 10-hour shift• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic• Strong commitment to workplace and equipment safetyEssential Duties & Responsibilities• Construct custom wooden crates, skids, and industrial shipping containers• Measure and cut dimensional lumber and plywood to precise specifications• Operate miter saws, table saws, and radial arm saws• Assemble crate components using pneumatic nail guns and staple guns• Use drills, hammers, and related woodworking tools• Build crates according to product dimensions and transportation requirements• Install internal blocking and structural bracing• Install foam cushioning and other protective packaging materials• Apply strapping to help secure products during transportation• Verify crate dimensions throughout the construction process• Inspect finished crates for accuracy and structural integrity• Prepare completed crates for material handling and shipment• Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas• Perform additional crate-building and production duties as assignedBlueprint, Work Order & Measurement Responsibilities• Read and interpret work orders• Review CAD cut sheets when provided• Identify required crate dimensions and tolerances• Measure lumber and plywood before cutting• Verify component dimensions throughout assembly• Maintain measurement accuracy down to 1/16 inch• Identify dimensional discrepancies and make necessary corrections• Ensure completed crates match required specificationsIndustrial Packaging ResponsibilitiesCrates may be designed to protect heavy or high-value industrial products and may require:• Custom internal blocking• Structural bracing• Foam cushioning• Heavy-duty strapping• Reinforced wooden skids• Custom-sized crate construction• Product-specific supports• Export-ready packagingFinished crates must be inspected for structural integrity, dimensional accuracy, and applicable ISPM-15 heat-treatment export standards.Tools & EquipmentCandidates should be proficient with or comfortable using:• Miter saws• Table saws• Radial arm saws• Pneumatic nail guns• Pneumatic staple guns• Drills• Hammers• Tape measures• Basic carpentry and woodworking toolsMaterial HandlingCrate Builders may also assist with moving lumber, finished crates, and industrial products using:• Forklifts• Pallet jacks• Overhead cranes• Other material-handling equipmentForklift experience is a plus.Preferred Qualifications• Industrial crate-building experience• Carpentry or framing experience• Woodworking experience• Custom industrial packaging experience• Experience building heavy-duty crates and skids• CAD cut sheet or drawing experience• Forklift operating experience• Overhead crane experience• Manufacturing or industrial production experience• Experience preparing products for freight or export shipmentPhysical Requirements• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 lbs• Ability to stand and remain physically active throughout a 10-hour shift• Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling• Ability to safely handle lumber, plywood, crates, and packaging materials• Manual dexterity required for measuring, cutting, fastening, and assembly• Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift• Ability to safely operate saws, pneumatic tools, and hand tools while wearing required PPEWork Environment• Industrial manufacturing and crate-building environment• Regular work around lumber, plywood, power saws, pneumatic tools, forklifts, and material-handling equipment• Physically active position involving frequent measuring, cutting, fastening, and material movement• Detail-focused environment requiring accurate dimensions and durable construction• Consistent 3:30 PM – 2:00 AM second-shift schedule• Strong emphasis on safety, craftsmanship, productivity, and protecting customer products during transportationWhy You'll Want This Opportunity• Consistent second-shift schedule• Long-term temp-to-hire opportunity• Weekly pay• Hands-on industrial carpentry and woodworking experience• Build custom packaging for heavy and high-value industrial products• Utilize advanced measuring, cutting, and pneumatic-tool skills• Gain experience with industrial shipping and ISPM-15 export packaging requirements• Opportunity to utilize or develop forklift and overhead crane skills• Excellent fit for candidates with carpentry, framing, woodworking, or industrial crate-building backgroundsReady to Apply?Apply today for immediate consideration or call/text 918-576-7117 for more information.You can also apply in person at:Stand-By Personnel – Claremore507 E. Will Rogers Blvd.Claremore, OK 74017Monday–Friday | 8 AM – 4 PM