Crate Builder

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Base pay range: $16.00/hr - $16.00/hr

Location:

Chesapeake, VA

Employment type:

Full time

Givens is Driven to Deliver—both for our customers and our employees. Since 1957 we have provided a single source solution for warehouse, distribution, transportation, packing and crating and air freight services. We have been growing significantly over the last few years and continue to grow at a rapid pace.

• Building crates, skids and custom wood packaging products per customer specs.
• Assemble materials using pneumatic nail guns, screws, bolts, glue and various hand tools.
• Placing product in wood container manually or using forklift or crane.
• Bolting heavy machinery to bottom of box or skid.
• Wrapping and padding product with foam, plastic and foil barriers.
• Wrapping and tightening of metal or polyester bands around crate using banding equipment.
• Attaching identification stencils or labels as required by customer.

• Must be able to read a tape measure.
• Experience in manufacturing environment required.
• Ability to operate saw, chop saw, drill press, band saw and nail guns.
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment and maintain strong attention to detail.
• Quality control is a must.
• Basic math skills required.
• Must have a high sense of urgency and safety awareness.
• Must be able to consistently lift up to 50lbs throughout the day.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Retirement Plan (401k with company match)
• Life Insurance (Basic & Voluntary)
• Paid Time Off
• Short Term & Long Term Disability