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 helps ensure pallets meet PLA standards and production goals by identifying damage, missing or raised boards, exposed nails, missing blocks, and other quality issues. The position requires attention to detail, safe and efficient work, and cooperation with team members and management. The position works a weekend schedule from 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Saturday through Monday. The listed pay range is $19.50–$22.50 per hour, with starting pay of $19.50 per hour and guaranteed 50-cent hourly increases at 90 days, one year, and annually thereafter for a total of five years, reaching the maximum rate at five years in the role. The employee primarily works in a warehouse and may be exposed to dust, hot or 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 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.
- Reliable and punctual, with a strong work ethic.
- Ability to work 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 abilities including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Nice To Haves
- High school diploma or equivalent.
Responsibilities
- Safely remove lodged or adjacent debris from incoming pallets.
- Manually sort pallets by type, such as color and manufacturer, and by condition, including 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 an established hourly rate to support productivity, efficiency, and safety.
- Follow guidelines and procedures for safely handling related 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 changing reporting relationships, assignments, or schedules to meet company needs.
- Cooperate and communicate clearly with team members and management.
- Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.
Benefits
- Daily pay option allowing access to earnings before payday.
- Weekly pay.
- Paid time off (PTO).
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including three medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
- Health Savings Account with company contributions up to $750 annually.
- 401(k) plan with up to a 4% employer match, eligibility the first of the month after 90 days, 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 upon employment.
- Voluntary short-term disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program with free, confidential support.
- Voluntary legal and identity theft services.
- Pet insurance.
- LifeMart employee discounts.
- Dell Employee Purchase Program discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
