First Coast Pallet is seeking to hire Custom Pallet Builders in Jacksonville, FL.

POSITION SUMMARY

Starts at $16/hr. Experienced builders can earn $20/hr+

This position is responsible for cutting boards and building pallets to varying specifications in a fast-paced, highly physical, hot and demanding production environment where the employee is required to meet and exceed production quotas on a daily basis.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Read and understand custom specifications for each build project
• Build pallets using a variety of shop tools
• Operate all pallet facility tools and equipment in a safe manner
• Wear all personal protective safety gear required
• Sort and stack boards or pallets according to criteria
• Keep daily log of work done to turn into shift supervisor at end of each shift
• Cleanup work area during and at end of each shift

PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

• Experience in wood fabrication and carpentry preferred
• Knowledge of shop tools and equipment such as Sawzall, Pneumatic Nail Gun, Hand tools such as hammers, wrenches, screw drivers, crowbars, saws, etc. and two-way radios
• Basic reading, writing and mathematical skills
• Ability to read a tape measure
• Strong work ethic and exceptional attendance
• Flexible to work overtime, weekends and holidays, as needed
• Interact courteously and tactfully with site managers, supervisors, co-workers, customers and/or vendors so that productivity and morale are positively affected
• Constantly remain organized, focused and makes good use of time
• Function and operate comfortably in a very active fast-paced environment
• Stand, bend, stoop, squat, reach, twist, and push/pull continuously during the workday
• Frequently reach above shoulder level to lift or otherwise move objects that weigh 75 - 85 lbs.
• Endure extreme temperatures, extreme noise and distractions
• Ensure a safe and clean work environment by continuously maintaining work area by performing cleaning duties such as sweeping, detail cleaning, etc. as needed
• Perform responsibilities of other positions as requested by Supervisor and/or Site Manager

ONCE SELECTED FOR HIRE, SUCCESSFUL CANDIDATES WILL BE REQUIRED TO:

• Provide proof of identity and eligibility to work in the United States
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Consent to a criminal background screening

ABOUT US

First Coast Pallet is a subsidiary of Diversified Logistics, headquartered in Northeast Florida. We are an established, diverse family of companies specializing in warehouse unloading services, pallet manufacturing and pallet repairs.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.