Warehouse General Labor Pallet Sorter - WM Day Shift
About The Position
The Pallet Sorter supports warehouse operations by manually inspecting and sorting incoming pallets according to type and condition criteria. The role requires identifying damaged or incorrect pallets, meeting production goals, and maintaining safe and efficient work practices. The employee reports to the Supervisor. This position is scheduled for the day shift, 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with occasional weekends as needed. The starting pay rate is $16.00 per hour. Hourly pay increases by $0.50 at 90 days, at one year, and annually thereafter for a total of five years, reaching the maximum rate after five years in the role. The work is primarily performed in a warehouse and may involve dust, fluctuating hot and cold temperatures, and moderate to high noise levels. Steel-toed boots and other personal protective equipment are required.
Requirements
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify pallet defects and meet specific sorting criteria.
- Ability to perform repetitive physical tasks accurately and efficiently.
- Commitment to maintaining a clean, organized, and safe workspace.
- Experience in a fast-paced environment and ability to meet production rates.
- Reliability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
- Ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
- Good communication skills and ability to cooperate with colleagues and management.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and lift for extended periods.
- Ability to repeatedly lift and move pallets and materials, which may be heavy.
- Good manual dexterity and tactile sensitivity for inspecting pallet condition.
- Ability to hear and understand verbal instructions and safety alarms in a warehouse environment.
- Vision capabilities including close, distance, and color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Responsibilities
- Safely remove lodged or adjacent debris from incoming pallets.
- Manually sort pallets by type, such as color or manufacturer, and by condition, including damaged or missing boards, raised or exposed nails, and missing blocks.
- Thoroughly inspect pallets while sorting to ensure they meet quality criteria.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area throughout the shift.
- Maintain the established hourly production rate while working safely and efficiently.
- Follow safety guidelines and procedures for handling equipment and materials.
- Comply with PLA policies and procedures and federal and state safety rules.
- Assist with other duties as assigned to support and improve team operations.
- Adjust to changes in reporting relationships, work assignments, or schedules as needed to meet company requirements.
- Cooperate and communicate clearly with team members and management.
- Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.
Benefits
- Daily pay option with access to earnings before payday.
- Weekly pay.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with three medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
- Health Savings Account (HSA), with company contributions up to $750 annually.
- 401(k) plan with up to a 4% employer match, eligibility beginning the first of the month after 90 days, and access to a Financial Wellness Consultant.
- Flexible benefits with multiple plan options.
- Prescription drug coverage.
- Free basic life insurance and AD&D coverage upon employment.
- Voluntary short-term disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Voluntary legal and identity theft services and pet insurance.
- LifeMart employee discounts.
- Dell Employee Purchase Program discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
