Skilled Carpenter - Crate Builder

Elite Construction Company is seeking to hire a skilled and experienced carpenter- custom crate builder. 

Must have reliable transportation to work! 

Must be able to drive truck and pull trailer behind truck. 

Must be able to travel a few days a week out of town. 

This is an immediate job opening position! 

Position Summary: We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Carpenter-Crater to build custom wooden crates for shipping. This role is critical to ensuring our products arrive safely and securely to our customers.

This is a unique position that requires EXPERIENCE USING TABLE SAWS, CHOP SAWS, BAND SAWS SANDERS, AND OTHER ELECTRIC OR AIR TOOLS.

This work involves building patterns from sketches/drawings.

Employees will also build frames for molds and make side boards, split boards, stop-offs for patterns and molds.

Employees will also need to know general carpentry work.

Employee will be responsible for cleaning his/her area after use and general housekeeping plus any other duties that the Supervisor may request.

Carpenter/ Crate Builder

Key Responsibilities:

• Read and interpret blueprints and packaging specifications to determine crate dimensions and construction requirements.
• Build custom wooden crates using hand and power tools, ensuring structural integrity and compliance with safety standards.
• Incorporate internal bracing, cushioning, and moisture barriers to protect sensitive equipment.
• Label crates with handling instructions, part numbers, and destination details.
• Collaborate with production and logistics teams to meet shipping schedules.
• Maintain inventory of crate-building materials and report shortages or defects.
• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work area.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; vocational training in carpentry or industrial packaging preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in crate building or carpentry, ideally in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Skilled in using saws, drills, nail guns, and other carpentry tools.
• Familiarity with packaging standards for heavy industrial equipment (e.g., ISPM 15 compliance).
• Physical ability to lift heavy materials and work in a warehouse setting.
• Ability to work in a shop environment daily from 8:00 am until 5:00 pm

Must Be Drug Free At All times.

This is a Drug Free company.

Must be a team player and a leader for this position.

Looking to hire immediately. Must have reliable transportation at all times.

This is an equal opportunity position for a skilled crate builder- carpenter