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Pallet Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Pallet Repair

Lacey, WA · On-site

$17.13/hr

Overview As an Automated Pallet Repairer , you'll get to build and repair wooden pallets from freshly cut or recycled wood on a daily basis to fulfill all of our customers' needs! This is a piece ...

Overview As a Pallet Sorter, you'll get to hand sort pallets within a distribution facility and ensure high levels of safety and cleanliness. This is the perfect role for someone looking to maintain ...

PALLET SORTER

Houston, TX · On-site

$17 - $18/hr

Overview As a Pallet Sorter, you'll get to hand sort pallets within a distribution facility and ensure high levels of safety and cleanliness. This is the perfect role for someone looking to maintain ...

Pallet Sorter South Windsor, CT Compensation: $20hr/paid weekly 3 Shfits available: 3:00 AM - 11:30 AM 11:00 AM - 7:30 PM 7:00 PM - 3:30 AM 7 Day Operation - 5 Day work week (TBD) Why Work at ...

Pallet Sorter

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$17/hr

Pallet Sorter Atlanta, GA Compensation: $17/hr 3rd shift * 9:00 PM - Finish * Sunday-Thursday Why Work at Capstone? People choose Capstone because of our high-performance culture. We build strong ...

Overview As a Pallet Sorter, you'll get to hand sort pallets within a distribution facility and ensure high levels of safety and cleanliness. This is the perfect role for someone looking to maintain ...

Overview As a Pallet Sorter, you'll get to hand sort pallets within a distribution facility and ensure high levels of safety and cleanliness. This is the perfect role for someone looking to maintain ...

Overview As a Pallet Sorter, you'll get to hand sort pallets within a distribution facility and ensure high levels of safety and cleanliness. This is the perfect role for someone looking to maintain ...

Overview As a Pallet Sorter, you'll get to hand sort pallets within a distribution facility and ensure high levels of safety and cleanliness. This is the perfect role for someone looking to maintain ...

Overview As a Pallet Sorter, you'll get to hand sort pallets within a distribution facility and ensure high levels of safety and cleanliness. This is the perfect role for someone looking to maintain ...

Pallet Sorter

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$17/hr

Pallet Sorter Atlanta, GA Compensation: $17/hr 3rd shift * 9:00 PM - Finish * Sunday-Thursday Why Work at Capstone? People choose Capstone because of our high-performance culture. We build strong ...

PALLET REPAIR

Kansas City, MO · On-site

$18 - $23/hr

Overview As a Pallet Repairer , you'll get to build and repair wooden pallets from freshly cut or recycled wood on a daily basis to fulfill all of our customers' needs! This is a piece rate position ...

As a Pallet Repair - Pallet Sorter , you'll get to assist our customers with their damaged pallets. You'll return them to service-ready condition before consolidating and shipping them back to the ...

PALLET SORTER

Midlothian, TX · On-site

$18.50/hr

Overview As a Pallet Sorter, you'll get to hand sort pallets within a distribution facility and ensure high levels of safety and cleanliness. This is the perfect role for someone looking to maintain ...

Overview As a Pallet Sorter, you'll get to hand sort pallets within a distribution facility and ensure high levels of safety and cleanliness. This is the perfect role for someone looking to maintain ...

As a Pallet Sorter, you'll get to hand sort pallets within a distribution facility and ensure high levels of safety and cleanliness. This is the perfect role for someone looking to maintain high ...

PALLET SORTER

Rogers, MN · On-site

$17/hr

Overview As a Pallet Sorter, you'll get to hand sort pallets within a distribution facility and ensure high levels of safety and cleanliness. This is the perfect role for someone looking to maintain ...

Overview As a Pallet Sorter, you'll get to hand sort pallets within a distribution facility and ensure high levels of safety and cleanliness. This is the perfect role for someone looking to maintain ...

As a Pallet Sorter, you'll get to hand sort pallets within a distribution facility and ensure high levels of safety and cleanliness. This is the perfect role for someone looking to maintain high ...

PALLET SORTER

Windsor, CT · On-site

$18 - $19/hr

As a Pallet Sorter, you'll get to hand sort pallets within a distribution facility and ensure high levels of safety and cleanliness. This is the perfect role for someone looking to maintain high ...

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How much do pallet jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for pallet in the United States is $15.27, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $12.98 and $16.35 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Pallet vs Forklift Operator?

AspectPalletForklift Operator
Primary RoleHandling, stacking, and moving palletsOperating forklifts to lift and transport materials
Required CertificationsNone typically requiredForklift certification often required
Work EnvironmentWarehouses, distribution centersWarehouses, construction sites, manufacturing plants
Industry UsageLogistics, retail, manufacturingLogistics, manufacturing, construction

While a pallet is a flat platform used for stacking goods, a forklift operator is a worker who operates machinery to move those pallets. Pallets are essential tools in logistics, whereas forklift operators are skilled workers responsible for safely handling and transporting pallets and other materials in various industries.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Pallet Jack Operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Pallet Jack Operator, you need a good understanding of warehouse operations, basic math, and physical stamina, typically with a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with pallet jacks (manual or electric), inventory management systems, and possibly OSHA safety certifications is important. Attention to detail, teamwork, and strong communication skills help operators work efficiently and safely. These skills ensure smooth logistics, minimize workplace accidents, and support overall supply chain effectiveness.

What are pallet jobs?

Pallet jobs refer to roles that involve handling, assembling, moving, or managing pallets—flat structures used to support goods during storage or transportation in warehouses and distribution centers. Common pallet jobs include pallet jack operators, pallet builders, warehouse associates, and forklift drivers. These positions often require physical strength, attention to safety, and the ability to work efficiently in fast-paced environments. Workers may be responsible for loading and unloading shipments, organizing inventory, and maintaining clean, safe work areas.

What are some common challenges faced by pallet operators in a warehouse setting?

Pallet operators often encounter challenges such as managing heavy loads, navigating tight warehouse spaces, and maintaining efficiency during peak periods. Ensuring proper stacking and securing of goods to prevent damage during transport is critical. Operators must also remain vigilant about safety protocols to reduce the risk of injury and work closely with team members to coordinate the movement of materials throughout the facility.
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Infographic showing various Pallet job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 19% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 100% Physical job distribution, with an average salary of $31,752 per year, or $15.3 per hour.
Pallet Repair

$17.13/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 10 days ago


48forty Solutions rating

6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 39 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

460th of 527 rated manufacturers


Job description

Overview

As an Automated Pallet Repairer, you'll get to build and repair wooden pallets from freshly cut or recycled wood on a daily basis to fulfill all of our customers' needs! This is a piece rate position, so the more pallets you repair, the more money you make! 

Hourly Pay: 

$17.13/hr. + Piece Rate ($0.50)                 

Shift(s): 

1st Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 3:30pm

1st shift 2.0: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

Location: 

2750 Hogum Bay Rd NE Lacey, WA 98516

What You'll Do
  • Receive wood from saw shop and piece together with nail gun along set stringers 

  • Stack finished product by hand for forklift operators to move to appropriate areas

  • Ensure safety for yourself and others by following all procedures as set by the company 

  • Achieve high standards of quality while maintaining high volume of finished goods 

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 Automated Pallet Repairer 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 RangeUSD $17.13 - USD $17.13 /Hr.Employment Type: FULL_TIME

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About 48forty Solutions

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Industry

Plastics packaging film and sheet (including laminated) manufacturing

Company size

1,001 - 5,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Houston, TX, US

Year founded

1992