Skilled Warehouse Worker - Pallet Repair

PLA Buyer LLC•Siloam Springs, AR

1d•$18 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as a Pallet Repair Technician, where your effort directly impacts your earnings. In this fast-paced role, you will inspect, build, and repair pallets to meet quality standards using power tools and hands-on techniques. We are seeking reliable, tool-savvy individuals ready to learn the trade and succeed in a performance-based pay environment. Our story…so far Founded in 1989 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, PLA is a national supply chain solutions provider offering Pallet Management Services, 3PL Services, Reverse Logistics Services, and Freight Brokerage & Transportation Management Services, handling over 115 million pallets per year for over 1,500 customers. Now one of the largest pallet manufacturing and recycling companies in the United States, PLA has over 76 facilities, employing upwards of 3500 employees across 23 states, and is still looking for opportunities for growth, both organically and through acquisition.

Requirements

Strong physical stamina with the ability to stand, bend, and lift for 8 to 10 hours
Comfortable working with heavy wooden pallets – our standard Chep pallets weigh 75 lbs
Willingness to work in a non-climate-controlled warehouse environment (dust, noise, changing temperatures)
Strong work ethic, reliability, and commitment to quality
Ability to work safely in a fast-paced production environment
Strong attention to detail with the ability to detect defects or material inconsistencies
Willingness to learn and take direction from experienced builders and supervisors
Any combination of education and experience will be considered
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and lift for extended periods throughout the shift.
Repeatedly lift and move pallets and materials, including the consistent ability to lift up to 75lbs.
Requires good manual dexterity and tactile sensitivity for inspecting pallet condition.
Ability to hear and understand verbal instructions and safety alarms in a warehouse environment.
Excellent vision (including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus) for inspecting pallets and observing surroundings for safety.

Nice To Haves

Preferred: Manual labor experience in construction, warehousing, carpentry, woodworking, or other physically demanding roles
Familiarity with tools such as nail guns, power saws, and/or hand tools preferred but not required
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Responsibilities

Repairing and rebuilding pallets to meet customer specifications and quality standards
Inspecting and sorting pallets by condition and type prior to repair
Using hand tools and nail guns to remove, replace, and secure pallet boards
Operating safely and complying with all PPE and safety procedures
Maintaining a clean, organized work area and assisting with housekeeping tasks
Collaborating with team members to meet or exceed daily production goals
Following direction and adapting to changes in work assignments or schedules based on business needs
Reporting equipment malfunctions or safety concerns immediately to leadership
Demonstrating consistent attendance, teamwork, and professionalism

Benefits

Builder Incentive Program – compensation based on performance
Daily Pay Option – Access your earnings before payday
Weekly Pay – Get paid on time, every week
PTO (Paid Time Off)
Full Benefits: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – 3 medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield with low weekly premiums starting at $28.75
Health Savings Account (HSA) – Company contribution up to $750 annually with tax-advantaged savings
401(k) retirement plan featuring up to a 4% employer match, eligibility the first of the month after 90 days, and access to a Financial Wellness Consultant.
Flexible Benefits – Multiple plan options to fit your needs and budget
Prescription Drug Coverage – Low copays starting at $10 for generic medications
FREE Life Insurance & AD&D – Basic coverage provided at no cost upon employment
Vision Benefits – $10 eye exams and $150 frame allowance through Superior Vision by MetLife starting at $1.46 per week
Dental Coverage – 100% preventive care coverage with MetLife plans starting at $5.76 per week
Voluntary Short-Term Disability (STD) – Income replacement up to 60% of weekly covered earnings (max $1,500 weekly) for a non-work-related injury or illness.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Free and confidential support for work stress, grief, legal/financial issues, and more.
Additional Voluntary Benefits – MetLife Legal and Identity Theft Services and Pet Insurance with ASPCA.
LifeMart employee discounts (through ADP) on everyday stuff and larger purchases (travel, electronics, entertainment, and more)
Dell Employee Purchase Program (EPP) discounts available for personal use.