Warehouse General Labor Pallet Sorter Weekend Shift

PLA Buyer • Loveland, CO

17h • Onsite

About The Position

As a Pallet Sorter, you will manually inspect and sort pallets by type and condition in a warehouse setting. You will identify damaged or incorrect pallets, remove debris, and ensure pallets meet PLA standards and production goals. The role requires attention to detail, safe handling practices, productivity, and cooperation with team members and management.

The schedule is Saturday through Monday, 6:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Pay ranges from $19.50 to $22.50 per hour, with a starting rate of $19.50. The posting describes guaranteed increases of $0.50 per hour at 90 days, at 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, 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 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 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 throughout the shift.
• 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 the ability to adjust focus.
• Use of 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 neatly by type criteria, such as color and manufacturer, and by condition criteria, such as 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 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 changes in reporting relationships, work assignments, or schedules as needed to meet business requirements.
• Cooperate and communicate clearly with team members and management.
• Maintain consistent and reliable attendance.

Benefits

• Daily pay option to access earnings before payday.
• Weekly pay.
• Paid time off (PTO).
• Medical insurance with three plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield and low weekly premiums starting at $28.75.
• Health Savings Account with company contributions up to $750 annually.
• 401(k) plan with up to a 4% employer match; eligibility begins the first of the month after 90 days.
• Access to a Financial Wellness Consultant.
• Flexible benefits with multiple plan options.
• Prescription drug coverage with generic medication copays starting at $10.
• Free basic life insurance and AD&D coverage upon employment.
• Vision benefits, including $10 eye exams and a $150 frame allowance through Superior Vision by MetLife.
• Dental coverage with 100% preventive care coverage through MetLife plans.
• Voluntary short-term disability coverage, replacing up to 60% of weekly covered earnings, with a $1,500 weekly maximum, for non-work-related injury or illness.
• Employee Assistance Program offering free and confidential support.
• Optional MetLife Legal and Identity Theft Services and ASPCA pet insurance.
• LifeMart employee discounts on everyday items and purchases such as travel, electronics, and entertainment.
• Dell Employee Purchase Program discounts for personal use.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED