Manufacturing Associate - Pallet Builder/Repair

Location: Minneapolis, MN

About the role

48forty Solutions is the largest pallet management services company in North America. We provide end-to-end pallet solutions, from supply to retrieval, on-site services, reverse logistics, and packaging materials. As a Pallet Repairer, you’ll build and repair wooden pallets from freshly cut or recycled wood daily to fulfill customer needs. This is a piece-rate position—earn more by repairing more pallets.

Responsibilities

• Receive wood from the saw shop and assemble pallets using a nail gun along set stringers.
• Stack finished product by hand for forklift operators to move to appropriate areas.
• Ensure safety for yourself and others by following all company procedures.
• Maintain high standards of quality while producing a high volume of finished goods.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift wooden pallets weighing about 50 lbs. regularly.
• Previous experience in lumber, warehouse, construction, carpentry, landscaping, or roofing is highly preferred.
• Quick hands, attention to detail, and commitment to quality.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Work Environment

• Work in extreme conditions, including exposure to elements, heat, cold, and air particulates.
• Repetitively lift up to 50-75 pounds and adjust body position to bend, stoop, walk, turn, pivot, and stand for entire shifts of varying lengths.
• Noise level in the work environment varies by location.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required (eye protection, ear protection at several locations, safety shoes).
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and color vision.

Pay

Starting from USD $18.50/hour plus $0.31 per pallet repaired (piece rate).

Schedule

Monday - Friday: 7:00 AM - 2:30 PM

Benefits

• Competitive pay, holiday pay, and daily pay—access to earned wages before payday.
• Referral bonuses.
• Long-term career advancement opportunities.
• Paid Time Off.
• Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, and short-term & long-term disability insurance for eligible full-time employees.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Great team environment.