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Verstela

Crate Builder

Tualatin, OR

$20 - $23/hr

This is a full-time, temp to hire Crate Builder position with a company that builds kitchen ventilation for top restaurants, schools, and even for the Navy as a few examples. They are a leader in ...

Automation Personnel Services

Crate Builder

Bessemer, AL · On-site

$18/hr

Crate Builder Automation Personnel Services is looking for Crate Builders for a company based in Bessemer, Al. In this role you will be building shipping crates for memorial monuments. Pay Rate $18 ...

AtWork Personnel Services

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Crate Builder

Sacramento, CA · On-site

$19/hr

Crate Builder / Material Handler Location: Sacramento, CA Pay: $19.00 per hour Schedule: Monday - Friday | 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Employment Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Temp Job Overview We are seeking a ...

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SITE Staffing, Inc

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Crate Builder

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

The Crate Builder plays a vital role in assembling and loading crates within warehouse and manufacturing plant environments. This position requires a hands-on approach using manual, hand, and power ...

Employment Service Connection, Inc.

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Crate Builder

Milwaukee, WI · On-site

$18/hr

Crate Builders - Hiring Immediately! Build a Career Where Your Skills Matter! ESC, Inc. is currently hiring Crate Builders for a growing industrial manufacturer. If you enjoy working with your hands ...

PPS-HPS

Crate Builder

Minerva, OH

$14.75 - $18.25/hr

CRATE BUILDER WANTED - BUILD IT. BOX IT. SHIP IT. $15.00-$16.00! Raise after Probation Period! Like working with your hands? Enjoy building something solid that actually goes somewhere? Join our ...

Air Sea Packing Group

Crate Builder

Southington, CT · On-site

$22 - $26/hr

Storage and Logistics Company in Southington Connecticut has immediate openings for crate builders. The ideal candidate must: * Be experienced in cutting lumber/plywood and assembling shipping crates ...

Danaher

Crate Builder

Deland, FL · On-site

$14.25 - $17.50/hr

The Crate Builder is responsible for constructing custom wooden shipping crates and packaging solutions that ensure products are protected during domestic and international transportation. This role ...

SITE Staffing, Inc

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Crate Builder

Cudahy, WI · On-site

$18/hr

Package and crate materials according to established procedures and customer specifications. * Build custom wooden crates using measuring tools and wood-cutting equipment. * Uncrate, assemble, and ...

Aerotek

Crate Builder

Grimes, IA · On-site

$15.75 - $19.50/hr

Crate Builder / Warehouse Associate This role combines hands-on carpentry and warehouse operations to build custom crates, pallets, and packaging that protect finished products during shipment. You ...

Catawba Valley Staffing - Hickory Area

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Crate Builder

Hickory, NC · On-site

$16 - $17/hr

We are looking for a reliable and detail-oriented Crate Builder to join our team. This role involves constructing wooden crates and supporting production operations in a fast-paced environment. Key ...

WFA Staffing Group

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Crate Builder

Cudahy, WI · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

A Crate Builder designs, measures, cuts, and assembles custom wooden crates, pallets, and containers using hand and power tools according to specific blueprints, schematics, or customer ...

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How much do crate builder jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 24, 2026, the average hourly pay for crate builder in the United States is $17.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $18.99 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Crate Builder position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Crate Builder, you need strong woodworking skills, precise measurement abilities, and experience with hand and power tools, often supported by a high school diploma or equivalent. Proficiency in using saws, nail guns, tape measures, and sometimes forklift certification is commonly required. Attention to detail, reliability, and the ability to work well in a team are standout soft skills for this position. These abilities are vital for ensuring that crates are built safely, efficiently, and according to customer or shipping specifications.

What does a typical workday look like for a Crate Builder?

A typical day for a Crate Builder involves reading blueprints or work orders, measuring and cutting materials, assembling crates using tools like saws and nail guns, and inspecting finished products for quality assurance. Crate Builders often collaborate with shipping or warehouse teams to ensure the right specifications are met for various goods. While much of the work is hands-on and may require standing for extended periods, safety and precision are top priorities throughout the day. Some roles may also involve customizing crates for unique or fragile items, adding variety and problem-solving to the job.

What is a Crate Builder job?

A Crate Builder is responsible for constructing wooden or metal crates used for shipping, transportation, and storage of goods. They measure, cut, and assemble materials according to specifications, ensuring durability and protection for fragile or heavy items. This role requires proficiency with hand and power tools, attention to detail, and the ability to follow blueprints or customer requirements. Crate Builders often work in warehouses, manufacturing plants, or shipping companies.

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Infographic showing various Crate Builder job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 92% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,617 per year, or $17.6 per hour.
Crate Builder

Crate Builder

Verstela

Tualatin, OR

$20 - $23/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 23 days ago

Job description

Are you looking for a hands-on job where you can have a consistent schedule and can learn new skills? Look no further!

This is a full-time, temp to hire Crate Builder position with a company that builds kitchen ventilation for top restaurants, schools, and even for the Navy as a few examples. They are a leader in their industry and have been in business for over 75 years.

This company has very high safety standards and has a great training program so you feel set up for success when you start working.

Crate Builder Responsibilities:
  • Build crates for equipment to be shipped out
  • Fasten and place all equipment inside the crate properly
  • Accurately complete all required documents, including inspection/crating forms
  • Accurately mark all exterior crates.
Schedule: Monday-Friday 5:00am - 3:30pm

Crate Builder Requirements:
  • Ability to continuously lift 50lbs with or without restrictions
  • Has experience reading and using a tape measure
  • Experience using pneumatic tools including nail/staple guns
Pay: $20-$23/HR
 
Benefits offered by Verstela to temporary employees:
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Short Term Disability
  • Term Life and AD and D
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Prescription Plan
  • 401(K) Retirement Savings Plan
 
Location: Tualatin, OR (not public transit accessible)

If you are interested in this Crate Builder position, apply now or call 503-290-0039 to talk with a recruiter today!

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