GMA Pallet Repair Technician

Propak • Houston, TX

136d

About The Position

Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, PLA is a national supply chain solutions provider offering Pallet Management Services, 3PL Services, Reverse Logistics Services, and Freight Brokerage & Transportation Management Services, handling over 115 million pallets per year for over 1,500 customers. Now one of the largest pallet manufacturing and recycling companies in the United States, PLA has over 76 facilities, employing upwards of 3500 employees across 23 states, and is still looking for opportunities for growth, both organically and through acquisition. Yancy Pallet - 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.

Requirements

• 6+ months of related experience preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work independently or with a partner to repair pallets following written instructions of the pallet design.
• Maintain or exceed minimum pallet production expectations.
• Perform pallet construction tasks involving strenuous manual labor. Excellent physical stamina is required.
• Standing/walking up to 8 hours per shift.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull or carry objects, use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue.
• Must be able to lift to 50 lbs. on a regular basis and over 50 lbs. with assistance.
• Must be able to lift and stack a minimum of 275 pallets per day; 15 to 20 high per stack.
• Repetitive use of hammer, hand-held, pneumatic and power tools.
• Must be able to control precision (quickly and repeatedly adjust the contact of a nail gun to exact position).
• Understand the various type and grades of pallets, as well as differentiating between good boards and bad (un-usable) boards.
• Ability to use equipment and tools properly, safely, and in a controlled manner.
• Stamp repaired pallets with employee number provided.
• Maintain a clean working environment; clean entire work area thoroughly at the end of the shift.

Benefits

• Health, dental, & vision insurance.
• Multiple voluntary insurance options.
• Vacation & sick days.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Much, much more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Repair and Maintenance
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees