Pallet Maintenance Technician

ZipRecruiter; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A global logistics company in Scarborough is seeking a Repair Operator to assemble and repair pallets using pneumatic tools. Candidates should have a high school diploma and at least 2 years of experience in an industrial setting. Physical strength and hand-eye coordination are required. This role offers a pay rate of $22.00 per hour for night shifts. Safety and teamwork are emphasized.

Qualifications

• Must have the ability to concentrate on tasks.
• Experience in a fast-moving industrial setting with machinery required.

Responsibilities

• Repair and assemble pallets using pneumatic nail gun.
• Troubleshoot jams and maintain the saw.
• Lift pallets weighing 50-75 lbs regularly.

Skills

Physical strength

Hand-eye coordination

Endurance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Overview

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 347 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ approximately 13,000 people and operate in 60 countries. Through our pioneering and sustainable share-and-reuse business model, the world’s biggest brands trust us to help them transport their goods more efficiently, safely and with less environmental impact. You’ll be at the frontline of CHEP in a busy, demanding job. Our supply chain team is the heart of our business, connecting 300,000 supply chains for some of the world’s biggest and best-loved brands. You’ll learn new ways of working with automation and new technology that’ll help you get the job done – and work smarter. Your safety is our number one priority. The team will welcome and respect you for who you are and will support you throughout your journey of growth and accomplishment. In return, we want you to be hands-on, roll up your sleeves and get stuck in.

Shift

Sunday - Friday (12:00AM-7:00AM)

Pay

Starting pay rate: $20.00/hour plus $2.00/hour shift differential. Total pay rate will be $22.00/hour.

Role and Responsibilities

• Uses a pneumatic nail gun to repair or assemble pallets.
• In a repair department, places pallet on repair table, removes defective boards, replaces new boards, and nails replaced boards into place.
• In an assembly department, takes stock boards and nails together based on the type of pallet desired.
• Responsible for troubleshooting jams and basic maintenance of the saw.
• Work requires the operator to stand for long periods of time.
• Operators must be able to repeatedly lift a pallet weighing 50-75 lbs.
• Nail guns must be operated with extreme care, adhering to company safety procedures at all times.

Qualifications

• Repair Operators must have physical strength, hand-eye coordination, and endurance. They must also be able to concentrate on their tasks. The ability to understand and communicate information is essential.
• Must have a high school diploma or its equivalent.
• 2+ years previous experience working in an industrial, fast-moving setting with industrial machinery.

Other Duties

• Please note other duties can be assigned based on the needs of the business.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and we are committed to developing a diverse workforce in which everyone is treated fairly, with respect, and has the opportunity to contribute to business success while realizing his or her potential. This means harnessing the unique skills and experience that each individual brings and we do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, veteran status, and basis of or any other federal, state, or local protected class.

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