Crating Technician 2

Company: Walla Walla Foundry Inc
Location: Walla Walla
Posted on: September 2, 2024

Job Description:

Position Title: Crating Technician 2 Location: Walla Walla, WA Base Pay: $18.34 - $25.68 / Hour Description: ABOUT WALLA WALLA FOUNDRYWalla Walla Foundry is one of the largest fine art fabricators in the world. Originally founded in 1980 as a bronze casting foundry, it now has around 85 and produces work in a range of materials and through multiple processes. Information about the Foundry is available at www.wallawallafoundry.com.ABOUT THE POSITIONThis position works as part of a flexible team to construct crates and package fine arts in an industrial environment to meet shipping deadlines. General qualifications for this position include knowledge and experience in carpentry, woodworking, material handling, packing, crating, and installation of artwork. Requirements: ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESCarpentry/Crate ConstructionConstruct a variety of custom pallets, plywood boxes, crate panels and bases using various equipment and carpentry techniquesSafely operate and maintain knowledge of basic carpentry tools including wood cutting saws, drills, routers, and sandersAssist in assembling custom, reinforced cardboard boxes for shipping artwork and hardwareApply padding to artwork support bracing and occasionally weatherproof using heat shrink plasticPrep steel for shipping by removing burrs, rust and oilArt Handling/Equipment OperationAssist in the de-installation of completed artworks following established proceduresAssist in the safe moving of custom artworks using a fork truck or other lifting devices, follow safe rigging procedures and document safe lifting techniquesUnder general supervision, handle and package artworks in accordance with the materials/finishes. In time, develop an understanding of finishes such as: patinated and painted bronze, mirror polished stainless steel, gold and palladium leaf, natural and finished hardwoods, resin, and other custom materials.Operate large equipment including various lifts (forklift, boom lift, telehandler, etc.), trailers, and a box truckOtherAssist in the inspection artwork for imperfections/inconsistenciesPaint, weigh, label, and stamp crates pallets, and boxes in accordance with domestic and international shipping standardsPerform basic maintenance on equipment; on occasion may assist with facility maintenance and improvement projectsFollow all safety policies and procedures, including wearing required PPE and keeping safety as a key element when performing basic job functionsPractice good housekeeping, maintain a safe and tidy work areaOther duties as assignedPIdc809a3b7c0e-25660-34863270

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