Hybrid Skilled Warehouse Worker - Repair Return presso Taylor Made Pallet & Logistics

Job Summary:

We are seeking a hardworking and physically fit Pallet Repairer to join our team at Taylor Made Pallet & Logistics. In this role, you will work independently or with a partner to repair pallets according to specific design instructions. The position requires excellent physical stamina and consistent use of hand and power tools. If you have experience with manual labor, a strong attention to detail, and a commitment to safety and quality, we encourage you to apply!

About the Division

Taylor Made Pallet & Logistics - Supply Chain Services, a member of the PLA Family of Companies, is a leading provider of comprehensive supply chain services, revolutionizing the way businesses manage their supply chains. With our expertise and state-of-the-art facilities, we ensure efficient and seamless operations from start to finish.

Here's What We Offer:

• Daily Pay Option – Access your earnings before payday

• Weekly Pay – Get paid on time, every week

• PTO (Paid Time Off)

• Full Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – 3 medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield with low weekly premiums starting at $25.22

• Health Savings Account (HSA) – Company contribution up to $750 annually with tax-advantaged savings

• 401(k) with Company Match

• Flexible Benefits – Multiple plan options to fit your needs and budget

• Prescription Drug Coverage – Low copays starting at $10 for generic medications

• FREE Life Insurance & AD&D – Basic coverage provided at no cost upon employment

• Vision Benefits – $10 eye exams and $150 frame allowance through Superior Vision by MetLife

• Dental Coverage – 100% preventive care coverage with MetLife plans starting at $5.39 per week

• Voluntary Benefits – Additional life insurance and short-term disability options available

What You'll Be Doing:

As a Pallet Repairer, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Working independently or with a partner to repair pallets, following written instructions for the pallet design.

• Maintaining or exceeding minimum pallet production expectations.

• Performing pallet construction tasks that involve strenuous manual labor.

• Standing/walking up to 8 hours per shift.

• Lifting, pushing, pulling, or carrying objects, using abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue.

• Lifting up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis and over 50 lbs. with assistance.

• Lifting and stacking a minimum of 275 pallets per day, 15 to 20 high per stack.

• Using a hammer, hand-held, pneumatic, and power tools repeatedly.

• Controlling precision to quickly and repeatedly adjust the contact of a nail gun to the exact position.

• Understanding the various types and grades of pallets, as well as differentiating between good and bad (un-usable) boards.

• Using equipment and tools properly, safely, and in a controlled manner.

• Stamping repaired pallets with your provided employee number.

• Maintaining a clean working environment by cleaning the entire work area thoroughly at the end of the shift.

What We're Looking For:

• Prior experience in pallet repair, woodworking, or construction is preferred.

• Knowledge of operating a variety of saws, including their uses and maintenance, is preferred.

• Ability to work with high-powered saws in a fast-paced assembly line environment, meeting or exceeding daily production goals and deadlines.

• Strong attention to detail and ability to identify defects and imperfections in pallets.

• High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred; any combination of education and experience will be considered.

• A strong commitment to safety and quality standards.

• The ability to work cooperatively with a partner.

Physical Requirements:

• This position requires strenuous manual labor and excellent physical stamina.

• You must be able to stand/walk for up to 8 hours per shift.

• Capable of repeatedly lifting, pushing, and pulling 75 pounds or more throughout the workday.

• You must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis and over 50 lbs. with assistance.

• Requires the ability to lift and stack a minimum of 275 pallets per day, 15 to 20 high per stack.

• Requires repetitive use of a hammer, hand-held, pneumatic, and power tools.

Work Environment:

• Most duties are performed in a non-climate-controlled environment.

• May occasionally perform tasks that are off-site, which require varying forms of travel.

• Hazards in facility production areas require the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

PLA and its Family of Companies is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request by contacting [email protected]. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized because of such a request.