Warehouse General Labor Pallet Sorter Weekend 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, removing lodged or adjacent debris, and ensuring pallets meet PLA standards and production goals while working safely and efficiently. The position reports to the Supervisor. The employee works primarily in a warehouse environment that may involve dust, fluctuating hot and cold temperatures, and moderate to high noise levels. Steel-toed boots and other personal protective equipment are required. The listed schedule is 5:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., Tuesday through Friday, despite being described as a weekend shift.
Requirements
- Strong attention to detail and ability to identify pallet defects and specific 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 sufficient to inspect pallets and observe surroundings for safety, including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
- Ability to wear steel-toed boots and other required personal protective equipment.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Responsibilities
- Safely remove lodged or adjacent debris from incoming pallets.
- Manually sort pallets by type and condition criteria, including color, manufacturer, damaged or missing boards, raised or exposed nails, and missing blocks.
- Thoroughly inspect pallets during 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 efficiently and safely.
- Follow safety guidelines and procedures for handling related equipment and materials.
- Comply with PLA policies and procedures and applicable 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 to meet company and business needs.
- Cooperate and communicate clearly with team members and management.
- Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.
Benefits
- Daily pay option.
- Weekly pay.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, with three medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
- Health Savings Account with company contributions up to $750 annually.
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 4% employer match and access to a Financial Wellness Consultant.
- Flexible benefits with multiple plan options.
- Prescription drug coverage.
- Basic life insurance and AD&D coverage at no cost.
- Voluntary short-term disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program with confidential support.
- Voluntary MetLife legal and identity theft services.
- Pet insurance through ASPCA.
- LifeMart employee discounts.
- Dell Employee Purchase Program discounts.
- Guaranteed hourly pay increases of $0.50 at 90 days, at one year, and annually thereafter for up to five years.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
