Pallet Repairer

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Located in Fayetteville, NC, NC

Salary: 14.00/hr

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Pallet Repairers Needed - Must be eligible for base access on Fort Bragg!

- Build and repair wooden pallets from freshly cut or recycled wood

- Repetitively lift varying weights of week. Ability to stand and kneel throughout the entirety of your shift.

3 Shifts! All shifts are 10 -12 hours w/1 hour lunch

5:00 AM - 4:00 PM 

6:00 AM - 7:00 PM

4:30 PM - 3:30 AM

The Repairman is responsible for inspecting, repairing, and restoring pallets to meet PackIQ and customer quality standards. This position requires strict adherence to safety rules, consistent attendance, and support for overall operations to ensure production targets and quality metrics are met daily.
Repairmen play a key role in maintaining safe, reliable, and efficient repair operations, ensuring each pallet meets or exceeds customer expectations for strength, cleanliness, and appearance.

Key Performance Targets
•Quality: ≥ 95% (based on customer audit standards)
•Manual Operation: Each repair should take between 1.75 and 2.00 minutes, balancing productivity and quality.
•Automated Operation: Each repair should take no less than 1.43 minutes, balancing productivity and quality.
•Repair Accuracy: 100% compliance with PackIQ repair pattern and nail placement standards.

Responsibilities and Duties

1. 
   1. Safety and Compliance
   •Follow all safety procedures and wear the required PPE (safety glasses, gloves, ear protection, and steel-toe boots) at all times.
   •Inspect tools, air lines, and nail guns before each shift to ensure proper function.
   •Report immediately any unsafe condition, damaged tool, or injury to the Supervisor.
   •Maintain a clean, organized, and debris-free repair area to prevent tripping hazards or equipment damage.
   •Never bypass safety devices or perform maintenance without authorization.
   •Participate in safety meetings, inspections, and training as assigned.

2. Quality and Process Adherence
•Perform repairs following the Pallet Repair SOP (V5) and customer specifications.
•Replace all damaged or missing boards, blocks, and stringers as required.
•Ensure no nails are protruding and all boards are properly aligned and fastened.
•Follow the approved nail patterns and component placement criteria for every repair.
•Ensure pallets are free from contaminants such as cardboard, plastic, or grease.
•Mark each repaired pallet with your Repairman ID for traceability and accountability.
•Achieve and maintain a minimum 95% quality score on all audits.
•Report any recurring defect trends or material issues to the Supervisor.

3. Attendance and Reliability
•Maintain consistent and punctual attendance.
•Arrive on time and ready to begin work at the start of the shift.
•Notify the Supervisor promptly of any absences, tardiness, or personal emergencies.
•Stay engaged and productive during the entire shift — no idling or extended breaks.
•Demonstrate reliability, teamwork, and willingness to adjust tasks to meet production goals.

4. Operational Support
•Assist with production flow when required by the Plant Manager or Supervisor.
•Support related operations such as sorting, stacking, or cleaning, when pallet repair volume is lower.
•Cooperate with quality, maintenance, and sorting teams to ensure efficient operations.
•Follow instructions for rework, downtime recovery, or special repair requests as directed.
•Be proactive in maintaining communication with the team to avoid slowdowns or rework.

5. End-of-Shift Responsibilities
•Clean and organize the workstation, removing wood scraps, nails, and debris.
•Turn off air tools, disconnect air hoses, and properly store all equipment.
•Ensure the floor around the repair table is swept and clear.
•Notify the Supervisor of any issues or material shortages before leaving.

Qualifications
•High School Diploma or equivalent.
•Experience in manual or automated pallet repair preferred.

 

 

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