Production Associate - Pallet Mulcher

48forty Solutions, LLC; Eastford (CT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Medical, Dental, Vision insurance

Job summary

48forty Solutions, LLC in Eastford, CT is seeking a Mulcher to operate grinding equipment and process pallet wood into mulch products. You will inspect scrap materials, monitor equipment, and maintain a clean, safe work area following OSHA and lockout/tagout procedures.

This role requires a High School Diploma or GED, ability to lift 50 lbs regularly, and reliable communication. Overtime as needed and potential for advancement are offered in a team environment with competitive pay.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly.
• Previous lumber, warehouse, construction, carpentry, landscaping, roofing experience highly preferred.
• Quick hands, attention to detail, commitment to quality.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate mulch grinding and processing equipment safely and efficiently.
• Sort and inspect scrap pallet wood to remove metal, debris, and non-processable materials.
• Monitor grinder performance and material flow for consistent quality.
• Perform routine equipment inspections, cleaning, lubrication, and basic maintenance.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and follow safety procedures.
• Assist with loading, stacking, transporting, and storing mulch products as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Ability to communicate effectively

Overtime readiness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

As a Mulcher, you’ll get to operate grinding equipment to process unusable pallet wood into mulch products in a safe and efficient manner. This position supports pallet recycling operations by sorting scrap materials, monitoring equipment performance, maintaining cleanliness of the work area, and following all safety procedures. The Mulcher helps ensure production goals are met while maintaining quality standards and supporting overall yard and plant operations.

Hourly Pay:

$20.00/hr

Shift(s):

1st Shift: Monday - Friday 10:30am - 7:00pm

Location:

Eastford, CT 06242

What You'll Do

• Operate mulch grinding and processing equipment to convert unusable pallet wood into mulch material safely and efficiently
• Sort and inspect scrap pallet wood to remove metal, debris, and non-processable materials prior to grinding
• Monitor grinder performance and material flow to ensure consistent quality and production output
• Perform routine equipment inspections, cleaning, lubrication, and basic preventative maintenance on grinders, conveyors, and related machinery
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while following all company safety procedures, OSHA guidelines, and lockout/tagout practices
• Assist with loading, stacking, transporting, and storing mulch products and scrap materials using forklifts or other material handling equipment as needed

What You'll Need

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

What We Offer

• 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

What It's Like

48forty Solutions is the largest pallet management services company in North America! We provide end-to-end pallet solutions, from supply to retrieval, on-site services, reverse logistics, and packaging materials. We are truly Pallet Management Made Simple, our workforce is the heart and soul of our business, and we’re looking for our next Mulcher to join our team!

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

• Ability to work in extreme conditions to include, but not limited to, 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 in time
• 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 by this job include, close vision, distance vision and color vision.

48forty Solutions is an equal opportunity employer.

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Pay Range

USD $20.00 - USD $20.00 /Hr.