Job DescriptionJob Description
Job Summary: The responsibility of the crater is to ensure that product is packaged/crated in accordance with Allen Industries Inc, best practices and procedures.
Essential Functions:
Fabricates wooden crates or boxes using woodworking hand tools and powered tools to package or crates various products, signs and materials for domestic and international shipment using company approved packaging and crating proceduresAssembles materials using nailing or stapling machine, screws, bolts, glue and hand tools.Places product in container manually or using hoistOperate some or all of the following tools in a safe manner according to OSHA and company guidelines:Electric/pneumatic drillJig sawImpact gunChop saw Cordless drillTable sawIron workerSanderVariety of hand toolsFollow the rules and regulations related to the safety of all employees working for the CompanyAdherence to all mandated safety procedures including: driving policy, production area safety requirements and fire safetySafety requires all employees to review materials provided by the Company related to any updates on safety proceduresInforms management of any safety related issuesEnsures safety of self and others through proper use and care of equipment/work areaHandles and operates all equipment in a careful and safe mannerMaintains tools and equipment in good working order and stores them properlyKeeps all work areas neat and clear of potential hazardsPerform the following duties in preparation for product release Faces: Clean all faces and check for proper color and registry marks. Touch up as neededInstall faces on signage while illuminated (test lit), including the use of drill and rive-nut gunFaces being installed on ABS signs need to be pilotedLamps: On all signs, install proper lamps and conduct test lit process. Address any issues with electrical and QC departmentsInstall base wood on all single face signs for the crating departmentApply UL and Allen Industries stickers to all signs using proper amperage levelsClean and check all signs for proper construction Manually move and manipulate signs weighing up to 50 lbs. For heavier signs, a forklift is available.Special projects as assigned by managementCompetencies:
Ability to read a tape measureWritten and verbal communication proficiencyMechanical capabilitiesBasic mathematical skills to include but not limited to adding, subtracting, multiplication, division, and percentagesAbility to read and interpret shop drawingsKnowledge of packing/crating proceduresKnowledge of carpentry skillsAbility to read a tape measureProblem solvingThoroughness/detailedTime managementAbility to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environmentApply personal safety measures including utilizing the correct PPEGood judgement and analytical abilityWork Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, moving mechanical parts and vibration. The noise level in the work environment can be loud. The use of hearing protection and safety eyewear is required. The use of additional specific safety equipment may be required.
Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential function of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is often required to perform the following activities:
Standing. Walking. Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.Fingering. Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers.Grasping. Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.Talking. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word.Hearing. Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction. Ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and to make the discriminations in sound.Reaching: Extending hands and arms in all directionForward bending, squatting, overhead reaching, kneeling/crawling, and climbingLifting: Up to 70 lbs and team lifting up to 100 lbsCarry and use 5 lb to 10 lb power tools or paint containers very frequentlyPushing and pullingModerate level of hand to eye coordination and dexterity including picking, pinching, holding, grasping and repetitive flexion/rotationPosition Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time, 40 hour a week position with overtime as required. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand.
Travel: No travel required.
Educational Requirements:
Highschool diploma or GED.Preferred Educational Requirements:
Technical school training or certificationIndustry experienceKnowledge Requirements:
Forklift certificateOperate electric and pneumatic toolsGeneral construction methodsHand tools-vrousOverhead crane certificationOSHA general industry standardsGeneral Disclaimer: The duties listed above are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. Other duties may be assigned as needed by the Company. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.
Allen Industries is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital, disability or veteran status.
Employee signature below constitutes employee's understanding of the requirements, essential functions and duties of the position.
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