Production Associate - Pallet Saw Shop
About The Position
As a Saw Shop Operator, you will set up and operate power saws to slot, cut, and trim wood for pallet creation, supporting the pallet manufacturing process. The position is located in Knoxville, Tennessee, and pays $17.51 per hour. The schedule is first shift, Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 48forty Solutions describes itself as North America’s largest pallet management services company, providing pallet supply, retrieval, on-site services, reverse logistics, and packaging materials. The company emphasizes that its workforce is central to its business and offers a team environment and potential for long-term career advancement. The job involves working in potentially extreme conditions, including heat, cold, outdoor elements, and airborne particulates. Employees repeatedly lift and move materials, including pallets weighing approximately 50 pounds, and may need to lift up to 50–75 pounds. The work requires bending, stooping, walking, turning, pivoting, and standing for entire shifts. Noise levels vary by location. Personal protective equipment is required, including eye protection and safety shoes; ear protection is mandatory at several locations. Reasonable accommodations may be made for employees with disabilities to perform essential job functions.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Ability to regularly lift wooden pallets weighing about 50 pounds.
- Quick hands, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.
- Ability to communicate effectively.
- Ability to work overtime as needed.
- Ability to work in conditions that may include heat, cold, outdoor elements, and airborne particulates.
- Ability to repeatedly lift up to 50–75 pounds and bend, stoop, walk, turn, pivot, and stand for entire shifts of varying lengths.
- Ability to use required personal protective equipment, including eye protection and safety shoes; ear protection is mandatory at several locations.
- Close, distance, and color vision.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in lumber, warehouse, construction, carpentry, landscaping, or roofing.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate power saws to slot, cut, and trim wood for pallets.
- Follow and adhere to all safety rules and regulations.
- Communicate effectively with plant management on a regular basis.
- Work overtime as needed.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- Holiday pay
- Daily Pay access to earned wages before payday
- Referral bonuses
- Long-term career advancement
- Paid time off
- Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and short-term and long-term disability insurance for eligible full-time employees
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Great team environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
