Crater / Pallet Builder
Build Something That Ships Around the World
Looking for a hands-on job where you can put your construction, warehouse, or manufacturing skills to work? Join a growing team responsible for building custom crates and pallets that protect high-value industrial equipment during shipment. This is a great opportunity for candidates with experience using hand tools, power tools, carpentry skills, or general labor experience who want a stable career with room for growth.
What You'll Do
- Build custom wooden crates, skids, and pallets for large industrial equipment and parts.
- Measure, cut, assemble, and secure materials using hand and power tools.
- Package and prepare products for shipment and long-term storage.
- Shrink wrap and vacuum seal products to ensure safe transportation.
- Inspect completed crates and packaging for quality and accuracy.
- Receive materials delivered by forklift and determine the best packaging solution.
- Assist with palletizing, packing, and general warehouse duties.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
- Work as part of a team to meet daily production and shipping deadlines.
What We're Looking For
- Experience using hand tools and power tools.
- Background in construction, carpentry, manufacturing, warehouse, assembly, or general labor work.
- Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic measurements.
- Comfortable lifting, bending, and standing throughout the shift.
- Strong attention to detail and pride in quality workmanship.
- Reliable attendance and willingness to work overtime when needed.
Bonus Skills
- Crate building or pallet building experience.
- Packaging, kitting, or shipping experience.
- Experience with shrink wrapping or vacuum sealing equipment.
- Forklift experience (not required).
Why You'll Love This Opportunity
Contract-to-hire with a clear path to permanent employment
Competitive benefits package upon hire, including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k)
Consistent first-shift schedule
Opportunity to learn valuable construction, packaging, and logistics skills
Stable company with long-term growth potential
Team-oriented environment where hard work is recognized
Schedule
Monday-Friday | 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM
Overtime opportunities available, including up to 2 additional hours per day and occasional Saturdays.
Work Environment
This is an active warehouse and production environment. While much of the work is performed in a covered warehouse, the facility is not climate controlled, so candidates should be comfortable working in varying temperatures throughout the year. Fans and heaters are provided seasonally to help maintain comfort.
If you enjoy working with your hands, building products from scratch, and seeing the finished result of your work every day, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career.
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newport News, VA.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $16.00 - $16.00/hr.
Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:
Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Newport News, VA.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Nov 2, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Newport News,VA.
About Aerotek
Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.
Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.
The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.
San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.