Pallet Repair Operator

CHEP; Kennebunk (ME); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

CHEP is hiring for a Repair Operator on 2nd shift in our Kennebunk facility, Maine. You will repair pallets using a pneumatic nail gun and saw, standing for long periods and lifting pallets weighing 60–75 lbs, while following strict safety procedures.

We offer comprehensive benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k), paid time off, and more. E-Verify and equal opportunity employer statements apply.

Qualifications

• Physical strength, hand-eye coordination, and endurance.
• Ability to concentrate on tasks.
• Ability to understand and communicate information.

Responsibilities

• Uses a pneumatic nail gun and a reciprocating saw to repair pallets.
• In a repair department, places pallet on repair table, removes defective boards, replaces and nails boards into place.
• Responsible for troubleshooting jams and basic maintenance of the saw.
• Work requires standing for long periods.
• Operators must be able to repeatedly lift a pallet weighing 60-75 lbs.
• Nail guns must be operated with extreme care, adhering to safety procedures.

Skills

Accountability

Active listening

Computer literacy

Critical thinking

Decision making

Interpersonal

Managerial confidence

Mathematical literacy

Time management

Verbal communications

Tools

Pneumatic nail gun

Reciprocating saw

Job description

Job description
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.

What does that mean for you? You’ll be at the frontline of CHEP in a busy, demanding job. Our supply chain team isn’t part of our business. It’s the heart of our business. And you can be the power behind it. We connect 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.

Job Description

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.

What does that mean for you? You’ll be at the frontline of CHEP in a busy, demanding job. Our supply chain team isn’t part of our business. It’s the heart of our business. And you can be the power behind it. We connect 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.

CHEP is a global leader in managing approximately 300 million pallets, crates and containers safely and efficiently. We operate in more than 50 countries worldwide.

We are committed to providing our employees with a positive and challenging working environment, continued professional development, work‑life balance and offer the following benefits:

• Awesome Medical, Dental & Vision Available on 1st day
• Company paid Life & Accidental D&D insurance on 1st day
• Generous Paid Time Off
• 401K
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral & Recognition Programs
• All required PPE provided by company

SHIFT:

• 2nd shift Monday-Friday 4pm-12am
• $22.30 hour $1 shift differential

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Uses a pneumatic nail gun & reciprocating saw to repair pallets.
• In a repair department places pallet on repair table, removes defective boards, replaces new boards, and nails replaced boards into place.
• Responsible for troubleshooting jams and basic maintenance of the saw.
• Work requires operator to stand for long periods of time.
• Operators must be able to repeatedly lift a pallet weighing 60-75 lbs.
• Nail guns must be operated with extreme care, adhering to company safety procedures at all times.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS

• Repair Operators must have physical strength, hand-eye coordination, and endurance.
• Repair Operators must also be able to concentrateon their tasks.
• The ability to understand and communicate information is also essential.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• 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.

BENEFITS

• Health
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid time off

All newly hired individuals are promptly screened through the E-Verify electronic employment authorization program run by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Service. EOE. D/M/F/V. MUST be 18 years of age

Skills to succeed in the role

Accountability, Active Listening, Computer Literacy, Critical Thinking, Decision Making, Interpersonal, Managerial Confidence, Mathematic Literacy, Time Management, Verbal Communications

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, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state, or local protected class.