Pallet Builder

Owens Corning; Stanley (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Owens Corning is seeking a 2nd shift Ply/Pallete Technician to manufacture and repair pallets, size runners/slats, and ensure timely dispatch to lines. You will follow quality procedures, inspect materials, and work with a forklift driver and department lead to maintain pallet readiness and minimize downtime.

Candidates should be able to read tape measures (up to 1/16"), operate a miter saw and pneumatic tools, and collaborate with team members in a mildly controlled, somewhat noisy environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with pallet construction/repair and quality inspection.
• Ability to read schedules and measure with 1/16" precision.
• Ability to operate basic shop tools while maintaining safety.

Responsibilities

• Manufacture and repair pallets using pneumatic tools and fasteners.
• Ensure correct pallet sizes and material quality to prevent downtime.
• Inspect pallets, discard out-of-spec materials, and replenish stock in Kanban system.
• Dispatch pallets to other departments using pallet jack.
• Maintain safety and housekeeping in the work area.

Skills

Pallet planning

Reading schedules

Tape measurement

Tools

Miter saw

Pneumatic gun

Pallet jack

Hammer/staple gun

Job description

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Schedule-2nd Shift Monday- Thursday 4:00 am- 2:30Pm

Get direction from the drying room forklift driver (trimmer loader) and department lead for what size pallets to make. Manufacture/repair pallets using pneumatic screw/staple gun to secure slats to the runners. Use sliding miter saw to custom size wood runners/slats to door size required in a timely fashion not to cause downtime on the trimmers. Clean and inspect pallets, use/hammer to drive down screws/staples that protrude, apply quality procedures by discarding raw materials out of spec, replenish stock in Kanban system, respond to bifold department need for pallets, use pallet jack to dispatch pallets to other departments, follow occupational health and safety procedures. Repair pallets using tools provided to replace damaged components for returned pallets.

Knowledge

Use of miter saw, pneumatic gun, mallet, pallet jack, door types and sizes and corresponding pallet sizes required. Pallet construction/repair process. Acceptable pallet component specs and judgement to discard unsafe/unstable materials. Use tape measure up to 1/16\".

Skill

Strong planning and organizational skills, high attention to size details, read/interpret schedules, read tape measure 1/16\" and work with sense of urgency.

Responsibility

Perform tasks with moderate supervision, ensure all lines are stocked with correct sized pallets that meet quality specs in a timely fashion to prevent downtime.

Physical Demands

Ability to lift and carry up to 20 lbs., bending, twisting, pulling, pushing, stooping, and standing for long periods of time.

Mental Demands

Fast paced job, requires forethought, service-oriented mind set, and attention to safety and quality details.

Social

Must be able to communicate and work with team members and be responsive line needs.

Working Conditions

Mildly controlled environment - can expect some cold and heat during extreme weather conditions. Noisy environment and mild dust.

About Owens Corning

Owens Corning is a residential and commercial building products leader committed to building a sustainable future through material innovation. Our products provide durable, sustainable, energy-efficient solutions that leverage our unique capabilities and market-leading positions to help our customers win and grow. We are global in scope, human in scale with more than 25,000 employees in 31 countries dedicated to generating value for our customers and shareholders and making a difference in the communities where we work and live. Founded in 1938 and based in Toledo, Ohio, USA, Owens Corning posted 2024 sales of $11.0 billion. For more information, visit www.owenscorning.com.

Owens Corning is an equal opportunity employer. Except in limited circumstances such as formal apprenticeship programs, Owens Corning does not employ anyone under the age of 18.

Nearest Major Market: Harrisonburg
Nearest Secondary Market: Virginia