Production Associate – Pallet Saw Shop

Jobtailor; Amarillo (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Amarillo, TX is seeking a hands-on warehouse professional to operate power saws and assist in pallet creation. You will set up and trim lumber, ensure safety rules are followed, and communicate with plant management daily to keep production flowing.

The ideal candidate has a High School Diploma or GED, can lift 50–75 pounds repeatedly, and can work overtime in varying conditions. Prior lumber/warehouse experience is highly valued, with a strong focus on quality and teamwork.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Ability to work in extreme conditions including heat, cold, elements, 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.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required, including eye protection, ear protection where mandatory, and safety shoes.
• Close vision, distance vision, and color vision required.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate power saws to slot, cut, and trim wood for pallet creation.
• Operate power saws to cut and trim wood pallets.
• Follow and adhere to all safety rules and regulations.
• Communicate effectively with plant management on a regular basis.
• Work overtime as needed.
• Support the pallet manufacturing process.

Skills

Power Saw Operation

Pallet Creation

Wood Cutting

Attention to Detail

Quality Commitment

Effective Communication

Team Collaboration

Safety Compliance

Physical Stamina

Education

High School Diploma

GED

Tools

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Job description

• Set up and operate power saws to slot, cut, and trim wood for pallet creation
• Operate power saws to cut and trim wood pallets
• Follow and adhere to all safety rules and regulations
• Communicate effectively with plant management on a regular basis
• Work overtime as needed
• Support the pallet manufacturing process

Requirements

• 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
• Ability to work in extreme conditions including heat, cold, elements, 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
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required, including eye protection, ear protection where mandatory, and safety shoes
• Close vision, distance vision, and color vision required

Core Competencies

Demonstrates proficiency in operating power saws for wood pallet creation while adhering to safety regulations. Capable of lifting heavy materials and working in various environmental conditions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Power Saw Operation
• Pallet Manufacturing
• Safety Compliance
• Physical Stamina
• Effective Communication

ATS Optimization Keywords

Hard Skills

• Power Saw Operation
• Wood Cutting
• Pallet Creation
• Attention to Detail
• Quality Commitment

Soft Skills

• Effective Communication
• Team Collaboration

Certifications & Qualifications

• High School Diploma
• GED

Industry Keywords

• Lumber Experience
• Warehouse Experience
• Construction Experience
• Carpentry Experience
• Landscaping Experience
• Roofing Experience

Tools & Technologies

• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)