Build. Protect. Deliver.
Every machine we ship represents hours of precision work—and it deserves a crate that’s just as thoughtfully made. As a Crating and Warehouse Operations Associate, you’ll be the craftsperson who designs and builds that protection, the logistics teammate who ensures it’s documented and labeled correctly, and the steady hand that helps keep the facility in top shape. You’ll report to the Production Manager and partner closely with production and shipping to meet customer delivery requirements.
Your Impact
- Prepare outbound products for customers—confirm order accuracy and package via boxing, crating, and shrink-wrapping.
- Create made-to-measure crates for individual machines.
- Load outgoing freight and unload incoming materials using a forklift and pallet jack.
- Inspect incoming materials, reconcile with bills of lading, and validate quantity and quality.
- Place materials into designated storage locations and pull/deliver them to production on demand.
- Use a bander to secure boxes/pallets for shipment.
- Apply precise address labels and any carrier-specified special handling labels.
- Generate and maintain complete, accurate paperwork for all activities.
- Uphold housekeeping standards within the department.
- Process recycled products per company procedure.
- Uncrate and process overseas shipments.
- Use nail guns, rip saws, pneumatic tools, and all other skid-building tools.
- Perform routine maintenance on Star Automation’s property and related structures.
- Assist with occasional light snow removal.
- Support periodic interior and exterior building maintenance.
- Maintain all tools and equipment in proper working order.
- Take on other tasks and responsibilities as requested or required.
- Complete special projects and additional duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- 3+ years of building maintenance or related experience preferred.
- Comfortable with hand and power tools.
- Language: Read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos; present information effectively in one-on-one and small group settings.
- Math: Perform addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division using whole numbers, fractions, and decimals.
- Reasoning: Follow detailed yet uncomplicated written or verbal instructions; address problems with a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
- Other: Able to operate standard office equipment (computer, telephone, fax, copier, etc.).
- Proficiency checkpoints: Valid driver’s license; meets physical requirements; basic computer skills.
- Tools & Equipment you’ll operate: Power tools, forklifts, pallet jacks, and a bander.
Physical Requirements
Expect frequent standing, walking, sitting, material handling, overhead reaching, and communication. At times, you may climb or balance and may stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, or operate foot controls. Frequent lifting/moving up to 50 lbs is required, with occasional lifts over 100 lbs. Vision requirements include close and distance vision, color and peripheral vision, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
Environment
You’ll work in a loud production setting with exposure to fumes/airborne particles and certain chemicals. Work near moving machinery, at heights, and near electrical systems may occur.
Compensation, Schedule, and Location
- Job Type: Full-time / 1st Shift
- Schedule: Monday–Friday; overtime available
- Pay: Starting at $20.00 – $30.00 per hour (based on experience/qualifications)
- Work Location: SAI office location — N90W14401 Commerce Drive; Menomonee Falls, WI
Benefits
- 401(k) with match
- AFLAC
- Health, Dental, and Vision insurance
- Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account
- Holiday pay
- Paid time off
Legal & Compliance
**Qualifications **
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and in high, precarious places and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Pre-Employment Requirements
- Applicant must give authorization for a background check & pass a drug screening.