Production Associate - Pallet Saw Shop

Location: 1040 N Lombard St, Portland, OR 97203

About the role

As a Saw Shop Operator, you’ll set up our builders for success by setting up and operating power saws to slot, cut, and trim wood for pallet creation. You’ll be a vital piece of our pallet manufacturing process.

Responsibilities

• Operate power saws to cut and trim wood pallets
• Follow and adhere to all safety rules and regulations
• Communicate effectively with plant management on a regular basis
• Ability to work overtime as needed

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to lift wooden pallets weighing about 50 lbs. on a regular basis
• Previous lumber, warehouse, construction, carpentry, landscaping, or roofing experience highly preferred
• Quick hands, attention to detail, and commitment to quality
• Ability to communicate effectively

Work Environment

• Ability to work in extreme conditions including elements, heat, cold, and air particulate
• 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
• The noise level in the work environment is dependent on location
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required (eye protection, ear protection is mandatory at several locations, safety shoes)
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and color vision

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Holiday Pay and Daily Pay – Access to your earned wages before payday
• Referral Bonuses
• Long-Term Career Advancement
• 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

Pay

USD $19.50 per hour

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM