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Crate Builder

Sandvik · Romeoville, IL · Full time

Posted Aug 11, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 6, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

This job means building wood crates for machinery shipped domestically and internationally. What carpentry experience do you have?

What they are checking: Whether they have the one to two years of carpentry skill the posting asks for.

This is a hybrid role with other outbound warehouse duties. How do you feel about switching between tasks?

What they are checking: Whether they are flexible enough to help with dock and warehouse work when crating is slow.

This is second shift, 2 to 11 p.m. How does that schedule work for you?

What they are checking: Whether they can reliably work the stated shift, which affects attendance and retention.

What would you do

You're given written specs for a crate, but you think the design won't hold the weight. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they speak up about a concern instead of building something that could fail in shipping.

How do you keep your work area safe and organized with saws and lumber around?

What they are checking: Whether they keep a clean shop, which prevents injuries and keeps work moving.

About the work

How would you build a custom crate for a heavy, oddly shaped piece of mining equipment?

What they are checking: Whether they think about weight, balance and bracing so the machine arrives undamaged.

Which power tools are you comfortable with, like table saws, skill saws and radial arm saws?

What they are checking: Whether they can safely use the tools the posting lists without close supervision.

What do you know about rules for wood packaging on international shipments, like heat-treated lumber?

What they are checking: Whether they know export packaging needs ISPM 15 compliant wood, which prevents customs problems.

Tell me about your forklift experience.

What they are checking: Whether they can move heavy machinery and crates safely, which the posting requires.

How do you count and verify parts so the right items go into each crate?

What they are checking: Whether they are careful with counts and RF or paperwork checks, since wrong shipments are costly.

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The full job description

As published by Sandvik.

Sandvik Mining & Rock is recruiting for a Crate Builder for our Romeoville warehouse Outbound Operations on our 2nd Shift (Mon-Fri 2:00P M-11 :00PM ). This is a hybrid position as a crate builder along with working in our Outbound Operations. Main responsibilities Include: • Safely operate power tools and forklift with limited supervision • Maintain a clean organized work area for safe operations • Ability to build wood crates for our machinery for shipments both domestic and international • Ability to build custom wood crates for packages for various size/weight machinery • Pull parts from inventory for crating/packaging jobs • Responsible for counting, verifying and moving items and quantities safely and accurately throughout the facility. Counting and verifying may be performed manually using paperwork or through the automated WMS function using an RF device • Perform other warehouse operations such as other MHE, Dock and/or Tablework functions, inspection of product to look for damages and ensure proper quality and counting of product based on vendor/customer order quantities. • Experience and Required Competencies • 1-2 years’ carpentry experience • Ability to follow written instructions or specifications to build pallets, crates and stands • Proficient in the use of electric and manual powered equipment such as table saws, skill saws, radial arm saws, drills, nail gun, measuring devices, drill bit and hardware • Ability to work both independently and as a team • Must be able to operate a forklift and lift truck • High School or equivalent experience. Post-secondary education/training in business or supply chain discipline would be of advantage. • Desirable English Proficiency: Intermediate (CEFR B1/ Completed EF level 6) Required Competencies Experience in carpentry, Warehouse Distribution and or Supply Chain environment and attention to detail. A valid Forklift Operator License. How to Apply For immediate consideration, please apply online at http://www.sandvik.com/careers / for the Crate Builder position Sandvik is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Any applicant who, because of a disability, needs accommodation or assistance in completing an application or at any time during the application process should contact Human Resources. Sandvik also provides reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities consistent with its obligations under the law. Benefits Sandvik offers a comprehensive total compensation package including a competitive package of health, dental and disability insurance, and a 401(k) retirement savings plan. In addition, we provide opportunities for professional competence development and training, as well as opportunities for career advancement. Compensation In the spirit of pay transparency, we are excited to share the base salary range for this position is $25 .00 - $26.75 , exclusive of fringe benefits and shift differentials. How to Apply For immediate consideration, please apply online at http://www.sandvik.com/careers  Sandvik is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Any applicant who, because of a disability, needs accommodation or assistance in completing an application or at any time during the application process should contact Human Resources at hrsolutions.us@sandvik.com . Sandvik also provides reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities consistent with its obligations under the law.

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