Paint Line Operator Quality Control

PLA Buyer LLC•Midlothian, TX

6h•Onsite

About The Position

Join our operations team as a Quality Control Painter, where you will play a key role in ensuring pallets meet customer paint and quality standards. In this role, you will oversee automated pallet painting equipment and inspect finished pallets to confirm they meet required specifications, including PECO standards. This position does not involve manual painting — instead, you will monitor equipment performance, verify paint quality, and help ensure production runs efficiently while maintaining strong safety and quality practices. 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.

Requirements

Previous manufacturing, paint line, warehouse, or quality inspection experience preferred but not required
Strong attention to detail and ability to identify product defects or inconsistencies
Reliable, dependable, and safety-focused work habits
Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors and team members
Basic comfort documenting production or quality information
Ability to work in a team-driven production environment
High School Diploma or GED preferred
Ability to stand and move throughout the shift in a production environment
Ability to frequently bend, reach, squat, and handle materials during inspections
Ability to lift, push, or move materials as required by the role and site operations
Good manual dexterity for inspecting pallets and operating equipment controls
Ability to hear alarms, machinery, and verbal instructions in a warehouse setting
Vision abilities required include near vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral awareness for quality inspection and safe equipment monitoring
Ability to wear required PPE including steel-toe footwear, eye protection, and hearing protection

Responsibilities

Monitor and oversee automated pallet paint equipment to ensure proper operation and consistent paint coverage
Inspect painted pallets to confirm they meet customer specifications and quality standards
Verify compliance with PECO or other customer requirements
Identify, separate, and report pallets that do not meet quality standards
Maintain accurate inspection and production records
Communicate quality concerns or equipment issues to leadership
Follow all safety procedures when working around paint systems, conveyors, and machinery
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
Support other operational areas as needed to help maintain workflow and production efficiency

Benefits

Daily Pay Option – Access your earnings before payday
Weekly Pay – Get paid on time, every week
PTO (Paid Time Off)
Full Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – 3 medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield with low weekly premiums starting at $28.75
Health Savings Account (HSA) – Company contribution up to $750 annually with tax-advantaged savings
401(k) retirement plan featuring up to a 4% employer match, eligibility the first of the month after 90 days, and access to a Financial Wellness Consultant.
Flexible Benefits – Multiple plan options to fit your needs and budget
Prescription Drug Coverage – Low copays starting at $10 for generic medications
FREE Life Insurance & AD&D – Basic coverage provided at no cost upon employment
Vision Benefits – $10 eye exams and $150 frame allowance through Superior Vision by MetLife starting at $1.46 per week
Dental Coverage – 100% preventive care coverage with MetLife plans starting at $5.76 per week
Voluntary Short-Term Disability (STD) – Income replacement up to 60% of weekly covered earnings (max $1,500 weekly) for a non-work-related injury or illness.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free and confidential support for work stress, grief, legal/financial issues, and more.
Additional Voluntary Benefits – MetLife Legal and Identity Theft Services and Pet Insurance with ASPCA.
LifeMart employee discounts (through ADP) on everyday stuff and larger purchases (travel, electronics, entertainment, and more)
Dell Employee Purchase Program (EPP) discounts available for personal use.