Crating & Material Handling Operator

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Company: Armstrong World Industries

Primary location:
Libertyville, IL
Relocation offered: n/a
Employment status:Full-Time
Travel: less than 5%
Non-compete: n/a

The estimated hourly rate for this position is between $20.00 and $22.00 per hour
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors

What does it mean to work at MRK Industries, Inc., a subsidiary of Armstrong World Industries?

It means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a key player in Armstrong's future. We are a large company with a local feel, where you will get to know and collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the company.

By joining us, you'll have the opportunity to make the most of your potential. Alongside a competitive remuneration package, you will receive:

A benefits package including: medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, 401k match, long-term disability coverage, vacation and sick time, and many more.
Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
A working culture that balances individual achievement with teamwork and collaboration. We draw on each other's strengths and allow for different work styles to build engagement and satisfaction to deliver results.

Crating & Material Handling Operator 2nd Shift Pay $20-$22 per hour Primary Duty This position is for a Skilled Crating & Skid Fabrication Operator on 2nd shift responsible for constructing high‑quality wooden crates, skids, and custom packaging by operating miter saws, panel saws, pneumatic nailers/staplers, knotchers, and related woodworking equipment to build oversized and custom‑designed products per supplied drawings, while also performing routine material‑handling duties to support overall manufacturing flow.

General Duties

• Prioritize safety in all tasks, following company policies, OSHA regulations, and established safe‑work practices.
• Collaborate with and support cross‑functional teams to maintain safe and efficient operations.
• Perform material‑handling duties such as moving, staging, sorting, stacking, and inspecting raw materials and finished goods.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard‑free work area, properly disposing of scrap materials and reporting unsafe conditions.
• Perform routine equipment checks and minor maintenance to ensure tools remain in safe operating condition.
• Document material usage, inspections, and required quality checkpoints.
• Assist with loading, securing, staging finished crates, skids, and packaged products for internal use or shipment.

Working Responsibilities

• Read and interpret shop drawings, blueprints, and production layouts with accuracy.
• Build and assemble wooden crates, skids, and specialty packaging using fasteners, braces, gussets, and reinforcements per design requirements.
• Cut lumber to precise mechanical tolerances using saws and specialty cutting equipment.
• Inspect assemblies for structural integrity, dimensional accuracy, and compliance with specifications.
• Ensure customer‑focused quality standards without compromising safety or efficiency.
• Participate in 5S, continuous‑improvement, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Attend and participate in required company training.
• Adhere to all company policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Education and Experience

• Prior experience in carpentry, crate/skid building, or woodworking preferred but not required.
• Familiarity with power tools, pneumatic tools, and measuring equipment preferred.
• Ability to read shop drawings, interpret measurements, and follow structured fabrication instructions.
• Ability to learn equipment operation, material specifications, and quality requirements.

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