Production Associate - Pallet Saw Shop Piece Rate

48forty Solutions, LLC; Lake City (MN); Hybrid; USD 23,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Holiday pay

Daily pay

Referral bonuses

Career advancement

Paid time off

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

48forty Solutions is seeking a Saw Shop Operator in Lake City, MN. You will set up and operate power saws to slot, cut, and trim wood for pallets, ensuring quality and safety.

This hourly role offers overtime as needed, with first-shift hours and competitive pay. Join a team focused on reliable pallet management solutions and a strong work ethic.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or GED required.
• Able to lift pallets about 50 lbs regularly.
• Experience in lumber/warehouse or construction is preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and quality.

Responsibilities

• Operate power saws to cut and trim wood pallets.
• Follow safety rules and regulations.
• Communicate with plant management regularly.
• Work overtime as needed.

Skills

Attention to detail

Communication

Overtime availability

Physical strength

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

As a Saw Shop Operator, you’ll get to setup our builders for success by setting up and operating power saws to slot, cut, and trim wood for pallet creation! You’ll be the a vital piece of our pallet manufacturing process, and we’re looking for a motivated individual to fill this role!

Hourly Pay:

$15.57/hr - $21.00/hr (Production-based position)

Shift(s):

1st Shift: Monday - Friday 6:30am - 3:00pm

Location:

1215 S 10th St, Lake City, MN 55041

What You'll Do

• Operate power saws to cut & trim wood pallets

• Follow and adhere to all safety rules and regulations

• Communicate to plant management effectively on a regular basis

• Ability to work overtime 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 Saw Shop Operator 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 $17.50 - USD $21.00 /Hr.