Crate Shop Associate - Weekend Shift F-N

At Kenco Logistics, you’re more than just a team member—you’re part of a company that values innovation, integrity, and a strong commitment to its people. As one of the leading 3PL providers in the U.S., Kenco offers a dynamic and supportive work environment where your ideas matter and your growth is a priority. With a focus on safety, sustainability, and continuous improvement, Kenco empowers employees to make a real impact in the supply chain industry while building rewarding careers.

Join a company where your contributions help move the world forward—one shipment at a time.

About the Position The Crate Shop Associate will be responsible for, but not limited to, functions pertaining to framing or over packing products for shipping, while meeting customer/Kenco standards, adhering to all company policies and ensuring Best Practices are used throughout the crate shop.

Functions Ensure all outbound orders in the Crate Shop staging area are segregated: international, domestic, and by shipping priority

Take measurements to determine size and quantity of wood needed for each project

Determine style of crate to be used for each request, keeping safety of both transporters and the product into consideration

Overpack or frame product for shipping by building and assembling the frame/packaging and storing properly

Design crates that will effectively protect product during storage, handling, and transport

Operate various hand tools, power tools, and equipment including such as table saw, circular saw, router, pneumatic nail gun, and drill

Audit for damage and crate each Individual multi-pack product for storage and shipping

Move damaged parts to a damage location and complete all paper work needed for Materials Deficiency Report (MDR)
Responsible for recording weights and dimensions of finished product

Document and keep appropriate records of all materials and time required to complete individual packages

Receive assignments from the Packaging Supervisor and complete them within the discussed time frame

Follow Timber Products Inspection Standard Quality Control Procedures and Wood Packaging Material (WPM)/ Heat Treated (HT) Program Responsible for maintaining and servicing all Crate Shop equipment

Communicate and report any incidents

Maintain a clean and safe work area

May be required to operate a forklift or order picker for picking orders

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent is preferredA minimum of one-year related experience and/or training in construction-oriented business using saws, measuring devices, and various pneumatic tools.

A minimum of one-year experience and/or training operating a forklift truck in a distribution environment.

Basic computer skills and data entry ability required

Competencies

Action Oriented
- Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.

Collaborates
- Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

Decision Quality
- Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.

Optimizes Work Processes
- Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Situational Adaptability
- Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.

Travel Requirements This position is not expected to travel.

Disclosures The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned as needed. The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Kenco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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