Technical Packaging & Crating Associate
Pay: $23-$26
Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Position Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented Technical Packaging & Crating Associate to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will package high-value, precision-manufactured products using custom-built crates and specialized packaging methods to ensure products arrive safely and meet customer quality standards. This position combines hands-on packaging, light carpentry, and mechanical skills in both manufacturing and cleanroom environments.
Responsibilities
- Package finished products using custom-built crates, skids, and protective materials.
- Build custom shipping crates using hand and power tools.
- Perform cleanroom packaging while following contamination control procedures.
- Read and follow packaging drawings, work instructions, and customer specifications.
- Apply protective packaging materials including foam, shrink wrap, vapor barriers, and desiccants.
- Inspect products prior to packaging to verify quality and accuracy.
- Label, document, and verify shipments according to customer requirements.
- Stage completed products for shipment.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Work closely with production, quality, and shipping teams to ensure on-time delivery.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- Previous manufacturing, packaging, crating, or carpentry experience is preferred.
- Mechanical aptitude with the ability to safely use hand and power tools.
- Ability to read a tape measure, basic drawings, and work instructions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Forklift or pallet jack experience is a plus but not required.
Midwest Staffing Group & KeyStaff Professionals prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, national origin, ancestry, marital status, familial status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, and any other characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and/or local laws.
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Pay: $23.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Carpentry: 3 years (Required)
- Blueprint reading: 3 years (Required)
- Comfortable reading tape measures : 3 years (Required)
Work Location: In person
