Wood Packaging Jobs (NOW HIRING)

THERE IS NO RELOCATION WITH THIS POSITION, ONLY LOCAL CANDIDATES IN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE SHOULD APPLY. AT THE TIME, WE ARE NOT ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FROM ANY THIRD PARTY RECRUITERS OR STAFFING AGENCIES.

Summary and Objectives:

The Crate & Pallet Builder is responsible for constructing, assembling, repairing, and maintaining standard and custom wooden pallets, crates, and specialty wood packaging used for shipping, storage, and material handling applications. This role involves interpreting build sheets, shop drawings, and customer specifications to accurately measure, cut, and assemble lumber using hand tools, power tools, pneumatic tools, and production equipment. The builder supports safe, efficient, and high-quality production by ensuring finished products meet structural, dimensional, and customer requirements while maintaining productivity and craftsmanship standards. This position requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, problem-solving ability, and the physical capability to perform hands-on construction work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

1.     Build standard and custom wooden pallets, crates, skids, and specialty wood packaging according to customer specifications, shop drawings, and production requirements.

2.     Measure, cut, assemble, and fasten lumber using hand tools, pneumatic tools, power tools, and production equipment.

3.     Construct custom crates and specialty packaging designed for shipping, protection, and transportation of customer products.

4.     Interpret build sheets, blueprints, sketches, and work instructions to ensure accurate assembly and dimensional compliance.

5.     Operate nail guns, saws, drills, staplers, and other woodworking equipment safely and efficiently.

6.     Inspect finished products for structural integrity, dimensional accuracy, workmanship, and overall quality.

7.     Repair damaged pallets, crates, and wood packaging by replacing boards, blocks, stringers, panels, or other components.

8.     Organize and stage lumber, materials, hardware, and finished products to support efficient workflow and production.

9.     Assist with loading, stacking, banding, and preparing completed products for shipment or storage.

10.  Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas in accordance with company safety standards.

11.  Follow all safety procedures and properly use required personal protective equipment (PPE).

12.  Meet daily production goals while maintaining high-quality workmanship and attention to detail.

13.  Communicate material shortages, quality concerns, or production issues to supervisors or team leads.

14.  Assist team members across production areas as needed to support operational efficiency.

15.  Safely operate forklifts or material handling equipment when certified and authorized.

Minimum Required Qualifications:

§  High school diploma or GED

§  Ability to safely use or learn hand tools, pneumatic tools, and power tools.

§  Basic math, measurement, and reading skills.

§  Ability to accurately read a tape measure and perform basic dimensional calculations.

§  Ability to follow instructions, build sheets, shop drawings, and work orders.

§  Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and quality workmanship.

§  Ability to lift 50–75 pounds repeatedly and perform physical labor throughout the shift.

§  Ability to stand, bend, lift, carry, and perform repetitive tasks for extended periods.

§  Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

§  Reliable attendance and willingness to work in a fast-paced production environment.

§  Commitment to workplace safety and following company procedures.

Desired or Preferred Qualifications:

§  Experience in pallet building, carpentry, woodworking, construction, or manufacturing.

§  Familiarity with lumber measuring, saw operation, and pneumatic fastening tools.

§  Experience building custom crates or specialty wood packaging.

§  Ability to read blueprints, shop drawings, or technical specifications.

§  Forklift experience or ability to obtain certification.

§  Knowledge of pallet types, wood packaging standards, or lumber grades.

§  Experience working in a production or industrial environment.

§  Strong problem-solving and teamwork skills.

Core Competencies:

1. Humility (lacks ego, team agenda, transparent, trainable, servant orientation)

2. Hungry (extra mile, internally driven, self-starter, excellence, passionate, change agent)

3. People Smart (interpersonal, group dynamics, influential, self-aware, motivating)

4. Competent (knows and can accomplish the task at hand – job, challenges, requirements)

5. Integrity (honest, reliable, transparent, strong character, loyal, righteous)

Supervisory Responsibilities:

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands of this position require frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, reaching, lifting, carrying, and repetitive motion throughout the work shift. Employees must regularly lift and handle lumber, pallets, crate components, tools, and materials weighing up to 75 pounds, with occasional heavier lifting performed with assistance or mechanical equipment. The role requires the use of hand and power tools, strong hand-eye coordination, manual dexterity, and the ability to perform detailed measuring and assembly tasks while maintaining productivity and quality standards.

Work Environment:

This position is performed in a manufacturing, warehouse, or industrial production environment involving pallet construction, crate assembly, and specialty wood packaging operations. Employees are regularly exposed to wood dust, noise, vibration, moving equipment, pneumatic tools, saws, forklifts, and varying indoor or outdoor temperatures depending on facility conditions and work assignments. The work environment is fast-paced and physically demanding, requiring strict adherence to safety procedures and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, and steel-toe footwear. Teamwork, situational awareness, and safe material handling practices are essential in this environment.

Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position that will be assigned to a certain shift (I.e., 1st, 2nd, 3rd, etc.). Days and hours of work are normally Monday through Friday, with an 8-to-12-hour work period per day. Exact time of day depends on the assigned shift. Some overtime, night, and/or weekend work may be required.

Travel:

This position requires minimal to no travel.

AAP/EEO Statement:

All recruiting, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, and other employment related decisions are provided fairly to all persons on an equal opportunity basis without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Tree Brand Packaging has been a leading manufacturer of custom wood pallets, crates, and packaging products for over 30 years. With eight locations across the Southeast (NC, SC, AL, TN, LA, TX), we serve a wide range of industries, including steel, automotive, telecommunications, material handling, military, aerospace, and import/export. Our innovative design solutions and commitment to exceptional customer service help meet the unique needs of our clients. We aim to build a great team, valued partnerships, address supply-chain challenges, and support customers in reducing costs and improving profitability.