Pallet Sorting Machine Operator
About The Position
PLA is seeking a diligent, safety-focused Pallet Sorting Machine Operator to safely and efficiently operate and maintain assigned machinery as part of its production process. The role primarily operates a SMETCO 300 series pallet sorter, sorts and inspects pallets, completes production paperwork, and maintains a clean and safe workspace. The employee may also hand-stack and move pallets and materials around the facility, perform basic machine checks and maintenance, and adapt to schedules or tasks according to operational needs. The position is based in a manufacturing or production environment and may involve wood dust, sawdust, moderate to high noise levels, and varying temperatures. Steel-toed boots and other personal protective equipment are required. The advertised pay range is $20.00–$23.00 per hour, with starting pay of $20.00 per hour and guaranteed 50-cent-per-hour increases at 90 days, one year, and annually thereafter for five years, reaching the maximum rate at five years in the role.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- Strong commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
- Ability to understand and follow operational guidelines for machinery.
- Problem-solving skills to identify and report machine issues.
- Good math, language, and reading skills, with attention to detail.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and lift for extended periods.
- Ability to regularly lift and move materials, including lumber and pallets, weighing up to 50–75 pounds.
- Good manual dexterity and tactile sensitivity for operating tools, handling materials, and inspecting pallet quality.
- Ability to hear and understand verbal instructions, machinery sounds, and safety alarms in a noisy environment.
- Vision adequate for detailed work, reading measurements, identifying defects, and operating machinery safely, including close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Nice To Haves
- Experience as a Machine Operator.
- Experience operating a SMETCO 300 series pallet sorter.
- High school diploma or GED.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate assigned equipment, such as a SMETCO 300 series pallet sorter, in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Sort pallets by grade, quality, manufacturer, and type, and inspect them for conformance to quality standards.
- Perform routine equipment checks and basic maintenance, including removing jams and clearing debris from stackers and conveyors.
- Immediately report equipment problems or malfunctions to the appropriate authority.
- Ensure pallets are sorted productively through the machine.
- Hand-stack pallets to appropriate heights and move materials or pallets around the facility.
- Accurately complete production paperwork to track progress.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workspace around the machine.
- Follow all safety policies and procedures.
- Adapt to new schedules or tasks based on operational needs.
Benefits
- Daily Pay option to access 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 (HSA) with company contributions up to $750 annually.
- 401(k) retirement plan with up to a 4% employer match; eligibility begins the first of the month after 90 days.
- 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 for non-work-related injury or illness.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Voluntary MetLife legal and identity theft services.
- Pet insurance through ASPCA.
- LifeMart employee discounts through ADP.
- Dell Employee Purchase Program discounts for personal use.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
