GMA Pallet Repair Technician

About Company:

Our story…so far

Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, PLA is a national supply chain solutions 

provider offering Pallet Management Services, 3PL Services, Reverse Logistics Services, and 

Freight Brokerage & Transportation Management Services, handling over 115 million pallets 

per year for over 1,500 customers. Now one of the largest pallet manufacturing and recycling 

companies in the United States, PLA has over 76 facilities, employing upwards of 3500 employees 

across 23 states, and is still looking for opportunities for growth, both organically and through acquisition.

About the Division

Yancy Pallet - Supply Chain Services, a member of the PLA Family of Companies, is a leading 

Provider of comprehensive supply chain services, revolutionizing the way businesses manage

their supply chains. With our expertise and state-of-the art facilities, we ensure efficient and 

seamless operations form state to finish. 

Role Overview & Responsibilities

• Work independently or with a partner to repair pallets following written instructions of the pallet design.
• Maintain or exceed minimum pallet production expectations.
• Perform pallet construction tasks involving strenuous manual labor. Excellent physical stamina is required.
• Standing/walking up to 8 hours per shift
• Must be able to lift, push, pull or carry objects, use abdominal and lower back muscles to provide support over time without fatigue
• Must be able to lift to 50 lbs. on a regular basis and over SO lbs. with assistance.
• Must be able to lift and stack a minimum of 275 pallets per day; 15 to 20 high per stack
• Repetitive use of hammer, hand-held, pneumatic and power tools
• Must be able to control precision (quickly and repeatedly adjust the contact of a nail gun to exact position)
• Understand the various type and grades of pallets, as well as differentiating between good boards and bad (un-usable) boards
• Ability to use equipment and tools properly, safety, and in a controlled manner
• Stamp repaired pallets with employee number provided
• Maintain a clean working environment; clean entire work area thoroughly at the end of the shift

What you'll need

• 6 months of related experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred

The Benefits

• Health, dental, & vision insurance
• Multiple voluntary insurance options
• Vacation & sick days 
• 401(k) with company match
• Much, much more!

PLA Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request, by contacting Hiring@PLASolutions.com. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. Furthermore, our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion is articulated in our public commitment to fostering a culture where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply invested in attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company.

If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request by 

contacting Hiring@plasolutions.com. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized because 

of such a request.