Crater And Packer

This role involves building custom wooden crates and pallets to package, protect, and ship products for major clients, supporting specialized projects as part of third-party logistics (3PL) and industrial packaging services. Employees receive training at the Charlotte facility and are cross-trained in multiple areas to provide flexible support across operations. Additionally, employees may assist with managing inventory, packaging, material handling, and preparing products for shipment.

Occasional travel to other locations in Ohio, Texas, and Pennsylvania for project work is required. Forklift and overhead crane training/certification will be provided, though prior certification is not necessary.

• Utilize hand tools, power tools, and measuring tapes.

• Confirm inventory count and accuracy.

• Complete required paperwork.

• Perform routine and minor maintenance on equipment.

• Maintain a clean and orderly work environment.

• Assist with crate building and material packaging as required.

• Perform related duties as needed by the Crating Manager.

• Experience with mechanical tasks, warehouse operations, hand tools, and power tools.

• Competence in using measuring tools.

• Strong attention to detail.

• Effective communication skills.

• Experience with ERP systems, forklifts, power tools, carpentry, kitting, woodworking, and crate building.

• Mechanical aptitude.

• Problem-solving abilities.

Employees enjoy comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits, along with an Employee Wellness Program. The company offers opportunities for growth, professional development, and a collaborative work environment. Employees start at a competitive wage with the potential for a pay increase after performance reviews.

The work is conducted in a non-climate controlled facility within a distribution center that supports major clients. Employees should be prepared to stand for the duration of their shift. The receiving dock can be cold in winter and hot in summer.

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Charlotte, NC.

The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $21.00/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 besubject 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 Charlotte,NC.

This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 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…