The Company
ATELIER 4 INC is a known leader in fine arts logistics services, with offices in New York, Miami, Los Angeles, and Charlotte NC. The company has operated under the same ownership & leadership for 35 years and grown its nationally recognized brand while providing stable & successful employment opportunities for talented professionals and craftspeople in the arts. We are seeking an ... experienced and professional Crate Shop Packer at our New York (Long Island City) branch location.
Position Summary
This position reports to the New York City Branch Manager and is responsible for executing safe and effective packing of all manner of artwork & fragile goods. The ideal candidate will have experience with fine-arts and/or specialized products. If you’re seeking to join a dynamic and creative team where safety, equity, and quality take precedence, then we want to hear from you about this exciting role in our company!
The Details
Job duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Soft packing, building trays & customs boxes for various types of artworks; paintings, framed editions, sculptures, 3-D items, etc.
• Use of saws, hand tools, glue gun, matte knives, etc.
• Cavity packing, bracing & final crate fitting of various types of artworks
• Maintaining clean and accurate paperwork; time sheets, inspection reports, build plans
• Clean equipment, tools, and shop areas to maintain orderly & safe operation
What You Need to Possess:
• Minimum two years’ experience in fine arts packing or handling environment
• Basic experience with power tools (panel saw, band saw & material cutter)
• Knowledge of various soft packing materials and art-handling best practices
• Ability to read and understand packing instructions, packing diagrams, packing lists, etc
• Good communication skills and ability to work as part of a team
• Minimum of high school diploma or equivalent
Physical Requirements/Work Environment
• Regular and predictable attendance
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds as part of the daily activity
• Ability to work extended periods of standing, bending, lifting and/or driving
• Ability to effectively communicate with others (verbally and in writing)
• Drug Free environment / safe work environment
• Full-time work; this is NOT gig work
The Benefits
• Medical, dental & vision coverage after eligibility period, with a base medical plan paid 100% by employer
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Vacation, Sick, Personal, and Holiday days
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Access to training programs and resources to ensure your success
• Opportunities for professional growth
Job Location
Long Island City NY
Work hours: generally 8:30am to 5:00pm
Pay Range: $23.00 to $28.00 per hour DOE
Contact
Qualified candidates please submit your resume and include “Crate Packing NY” in the subject line when submitting your resume. We will contact only the most qualified candidates. Previous employment must be verifiable and you must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Employment is subject to Transportation Security Administration STA approval. Thank you for your interest in Atelier 4! Atelier 4 Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer
