Warehouse Worker – Utility I
About The Position
The Warehouse Utility I is a versatile, cross-trained role that supports multiple areas of warehouse operations according to facility needs. The position involves manual sortation, facility maintenance, and equipment operation, while maintaining quality standards for pallets and other materials and helping ensure a safe, clean work environment. The role pays $19.00–$22.00 per hour, with starting pay of $19.00 per hour. Guaranteed 50-cent-per-hour increases are provided 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 encounter dust, hot or cold temperatures, and moderate to high noise levels. Steel-toed boots and other personal protective equipment are required. PLA and its family of companies are equal opportunity employers. Assistance or accommodation during the application process is available upon request by contacting [email protected].
Requirements
- Previous experience in manual labor or warehouse environments is preferred.
- Willingness to be cross-trained in multiple areas, including forklift operation and facility maintenance.
- Ability to stand, bend, and lift materials for 8 to 10 hours.
- Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and lift for extended periods throughout the shift.
- Ability to repeatedly lift and move materials, which may be heavy.
- Good manual dexterity for sorting and processing items at an established rate.
- Ability to accurately count materials and inspect items against quality standards.
- Ability to hear and understand verbal instructions and safety alarms in a warehouse environment.
- Excellent vision for inspecting materials and observing surroundings for safety.
- Consistent and reliable attendance is an essential function of the job.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in manual labor or warehouse environments.
Responsibilities
- Sort pallets, RPCs, boxes, and other materials by hand or with machine assistance.
- Manage cardboard recycling by swapping totes, tracking damage counts, operating the baler, and coordinating bale removal.
- Ensure pallets are painted to quality standards and use painting equipment properly.
- Maintain a clean work environment by sweeping debris around warehouse and dock areas.
- Inspect items during sorting to confirm they meet criteria and maintain the established rate per man-hour.
- Sort items by vendor and process them at the established hourly rate.
- Comply with all safety, Propak, and PLA policies and procedures.
- Complete other assigned duties to support and improve team operations.
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 with company contributions up to $750 annually.
- 401(k) plan with up to a 4% employer match, eligibility beginning the first of the month after 90 days, and access to a Financial Wellness Consultant.
- Flexible benefits with multiple plan options.
- Prescription drug coverage.
- Free basic life insurance and AD&D coverage upon employment.
- Voluntary short-term disability coverage.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Voluntary MetLife legal and identity theft services and ASPCA pet insurance.
- LifeMart employee discounts.
- 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
