Pallet Box Maker

Job PostingESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND MAJOR TASKS:Use the computer to follow the portal of projects and orders; prioritize orders as neededUse of e-mail to check for special order requests/general communicationOperate a forklift to move a pallet or gather lumber as neededUtilize saws to cut the wood material to the correct length according to the blueprint/cut list. Equipment used includes an up-cut saw, table saw, panel saw, and chop saw.Use a tape measure to ensure proper length or to collect dimensions for a special project/palletAssemble the pallet per blueprint utilizing an air nail gun, various other pneumatic tools, and various other basic hand toolsEnsure quality of all products and fix pallets as neededUse a standard pallet jack, cart, or forklift to move the raw material or finished palletsCommunicate with co-workers on priority project, raw material needs, or tool issuesWork in a manner in which safety, quality and cleanliness are top prioritiesAssists other shipping and receiving personnel as neededOther duties as assigned by supervisorPHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:Continuous lifting and carrying of items under 10 pounds such as tools, lumber and palletsContinuous handling and gripping of nail gun, hand tools, or lumberContinuous standing and walking on concrete floorsContinuous use of near vision while working with wood, reading prints or the computerFrequent use of depth perception as assembling or cutting with the sawsFrequent lifting and carrying of items under 50 pounds such as tools, lumber, and palletsFrequent pushing and pulling of pallet jack's, carts, and stock binsFrequent twisting while cutting and assembling woodOccasional lifting of items over 50 pounds, team lift or mechanical device encouragedOccasional fine finger movements while typing or installing hardwareOccasional reaching below the shoulder for objects and seldom reaching above shoulderOccasional 1 foot action while operating a forklift or operating the up-cut saw pedalOccasional bending/stooping/crouching while working close to the groundSeldom carrying of items over 50 pounds, team lift or mechanical device encouragedWork environment in inside a closed woodshop with sawdust ventilation control. Woodshop temperatures can fluctuate with the season, noise is continuous, it can become slippery with dust, and hazardous machines with sharp blades are present.Personal protective equipment required for this position includes safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, and gloves as neededMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS AND PREREQUISITES:Some carpentry or woodworking experience preferredSkills:Some basic computer knowledge including use of e-mailExperience using saws, pneumatic and basic hand toolsAbility to read a tape measureGood blueprint reading skillsBasic assembly and spatial reasoning skillsExcellent verbal communication skillsCertificates, licenses, training, or other job-related requirements:No current restrictions prohibiting regular lifting up to 50 poundsNo current restrictions prohibiting infrequent lifting up to 100 poundsRLWS is a successful, energetic, customer-driven organization that offers competitive wages, great working conditions, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending, disability, life, 5 weeks PTO, holidays, profit sharing, 401k, and wellness benefit programs.If you need assistance with your application, please contact Rice Lake Weighing Systems at .

Rice Lake Weighing Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities, Females, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. Rice Lake Weighing Systems is a Substance-Free Workplace and requires pre-employment drug screens.