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Urschel, a 100% employee-owned company, is seeking a Machine Crater to join our Shipping team. This full-time position is part of our day shift operation. The Machine Crater constructs, assembles, and prepares standard and custom crates, boxes, and other packaging materials to ensure products are protected and shipped safely. The position is regularly scheduled Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturday work based on production needs.

Urschel employee-owners design and manufacture industrial cutting equipment for food processing and allied industries around the world from our global headquarters located in Chesterton, Indiana, U.S.A. Consumers purchase goods manufactured on Urschel cutting equipment on a daily basis. Advanced manufacturing technologies are utilized at our climate controlled, clean, and environmentally conscious facility.

Starting pay is $25.74/hour

Company Benefits, Rewards and Perks:

Quarterly performance award bonus based on overall company performance
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), Stock Issued Annually
2 Weeks’ Vacation Available Upon Hire
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance Available on 1^st Day of Employment
Low Health, Dental, Vision Insurance Premiums and Deductibles
Free Health Clinic (Available to Employees and Their Dependents)
401(k) with Employer Matching
Free Life Insurance
Free 24/7 Access to An Onsite Workout Center with Personal Trainers
Education Reimbursement Program
Support for Community Involvement/Philanthropy

Successful candidates will be responsible for packaging, crating, and preparing parts, machines, and equipment for domestic and international shipment. Responsibilities include reviewing orders for accuracy; constructing standard and custom crates; selecting appropriate packaging methods and materials; operating hand tools, power saws, powered industrial trucks, and other material-handling equipment; and ensuring compliance with customer, company, and shipping requirements. The position also inspects completed packaging, stages and loads shipments, completes shipping documentation, utilizes Epicor to access job-related information, communicates discrepancies, and works closely with Shipping, Production, and other departments to support accurate and timely order fulfillment. Candidates are expected to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment and perform other duties as assigned.

Qualified applicants must have a high school diploma or equivalent and a minimum of one year of experience in packaging, crating, shipping, manufacturing, warehouse operations, carpentry, or a related environment. Candidates must possess basic carpentry skills and be familiar with the safe use of handheld power tools, power saws, powered industrial trucks, and material-handling equipment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong attention to detail, good judgment, and the ability to work with measurements, weights, quantities, and shipping documentation while supporting safe and efficient order fulfillment.

If you are seeking an outstanding career opportunity, visit the Urschel careers link directly at http://www.urschel.com/careers or find us on Facebook or LinkedIn.

Applications will be accepted through Sunday, November 15, 2026.
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Date Posted: 10/30/2026

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