Warehouse General Labor RPC Sorter - Incentive Day Shift
About The Position
PLA is seeking hard-working, motivated, and energetic individuals to join its wood pallet logistics team as an RPC Sorter. The role involves manually sorting Reusable Plastic Containers (RPCs), dunnage airbags, and other materials to meet production goals and Propak standards. RPC Sorters help keep the warehouse organized and ensure reusable materials are processed efficiently and accurately. The position is suited to reliable, safety-conscious people who can work in a fast-paced environment. The schedule is Monday through Friday, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Starting base pay is $16.00 per hour, with performance-based incentive tiers tied to weekly Volume Per Hour (VPH); high performers can earn up to $24.00 per hour. The employee will primarily work in a warehouse, potentially encountering dust, hot or cold temperatures, and moderate to high noise levels. Required personal protective equipment includes steel-toe safety shoes, safety glasses, and earplugs.
Requirements
- Ability to stand and walk for eight or more hours a day.
- Ability to frequently perform repetitive movements, including squatting, bending, and twisting throughout the shift.
- Ability to accurately hand-sort different types of recyclable plastic containers and match identical containers based on specific criteria.
- Dependability, trustworthiness, and a strong work ethic.
- Ability to identify and follow safety procedures in a fast-paced environment.
- Ability to constantly lift or carry 21–50 pounds and frequently lift or carry 10–20 pounds.
- Ability to constantly push or pull 26–40 pounds and frequently push or pull 12–25 pounds.
- Ability to identify warning sounds such as horns and alarms and use near, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision.
- Ability to wear required PPE, including steel-toe safety shoes, safety glasses, and earplugs.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in manual labor or a similar physically demanding role.
- High school graduate or GED.
Responsibilities
- Manually sort RPCs and other materials neatly and orderly according to established criteria.
- Categorize inflatable dunnage airbags, organize usable bags for reuse, and properly dispose of unusable bags.
- Maintain a clean work environment by sweeping debris around warehouse and dock areas.
- Follow all safety and Propak policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support overall team operations.
Benefits
- Daily pay option.
- 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 a company contribution of up to $750 annually.
- 401(k) retirement 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 (EAP).
- Voluntary MetLife Legal and Identity Theft Services.
- Pet insurance through ASPCA.
- LifeMart employee discounts.
- Dell Employee Purchase Program discounts.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
