Shipping Pallet Builder

Job Information

• Job
• Date: 7 July 2026
• Job Family:
  Production
• Contract Type:
  Permanent

Manitou is purposefully committed to its employees, fostering an inclusive, purpose‑driven, and agile work environment across more than 6000 workers in 30+ countries. We operate six main plants in France, the USA, India, Italy, and additional subsidiaries worldwide. As an equal‑opportunity employer, we celebrate diversity and promote collaboration through a “One United Team” focus.

Monday‑Friday 10:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.

The Shipping Pallet Builder assembles boxes, skids, crates, or platforms used for shipping equipment and machine parts. The role also involves planning and building or assembling crating methods for new or unusual items and loading LTL trailers.

• Accurately build, stage, and load orders based on a pick ticket.
• Use appropriate manual or powered tools safely.
• Verify that the boxes, skids, crates or platforms built match the order request.
• Operate power/manual tools in a safe manner.
• Ensure Quality Control Standards and Practices are observed (recording errors, inspecting parts for damage, correcting shortages, wrong parts, and using QC forms).
• Meet and exceed daily productivity and quality standards.
• Record daily productivity on Progress Control Boards following Lean principles.
• Operate stand‑up and sit‑down forklifts – or be willing to be trained.
• Help maintain cleanliness and 5S standards.
• Be willing to cross‑train in other warehouse areas as needed.
• Adhere to the Company Safety Program and Policies.
• Perform miscellaneous activities as directed to support the efficient operation of the warehouse.
• Ensure all skids for each order are loaded properly and safely for transport in a semi‑trailer.

• Previous experience with a barcode scanning system/handheld preferred.
• Forklift certification preferred (order picker, reach truck, stand‑up RC); must be able to pass the forklift certification test.
• Previous warehouse, crate building, or carpentry experience preferred.

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs safely.
• Strong communication skills with team members.
• Work independently under minimal supervision.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Basic computer and math skills.

• High school education or equivalent required.

• Base pay $19.00 per hour plus a potential quarterly bonus based on performance metrics.
• Actual pay determined by experience level, skills, qualifications, and work location.
• Position located onsite in Belvidere, IL.
• Travel requirements – none.
• Comprehensive benefits program including Medical/Dental/Vision, matching 401(k), tuition reimbursement, volunteer program, wellness activities, employee and family activities throughout the year, and so much more.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Manitou Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, or disability status.

Belvidere, Illinois, United States.