Job Summary

The Box Sorter is responsible for manually sorting, inspecting, and preparing boxes to meet Propak/PLA production standards. This role supports daily warehouse operations by breaking down boxes, determining reuse eligibility, labeling boxes correctly, and palletizing them by size. Success requires consistency, attention to detail, and the ability to meet production goals in a fast-paced warehouse environment.

Pay Rate

• Pay Rate: $17.00 per hour
• Guaranteed Progression: 50-cent per hour increases at 90 days, 1 year, and annually thereafter for a total of 5 years, reaching the maximum rate at 5 years in this role.

Here's What We Offer:

• Daily Pay Option – Access your earned wages 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) with Company Match
• 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

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Box Sorter, your responsibilities include:

• Breaking down boxes that are not received in flattened form

• Inspecting boxes for damage and determining whether they can be reused

• Applying stickers to cover old barcodes on reusable boxes

• Sorting and palletizing boxes by size

• Meeting daily production goals — standard output requires a minimum of one pallet per hour

• Supporting a clean, safe, and organized warehouse environment

• Following all safety rules, PPE requirements, and warehouse procedures

• Performing other duties as assigned

What We’re Looking For

Competencies:

• Accountability – Takes responsibility for work and results

• Oral Communication – Communicates effectively with team members

• Reliability – Dependable and consistent attendance

• Responsibility – Follows instructions and meets expectations

• Safety Awareness – Identifies hazards and works safely

Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required

Experience:

• No prior experience necessary — we will train you

Physical Requirements

• Prolonged standing and walking throughout the shift

• Ability to lift, push, and pull 5–25 lbs repeatedly

• Frequent bending, reaching, twisting, and handling of materials

• Ability to perform repetitive tasks in a high-volume warehouse environment

Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will primarily work in a warehouse environment. This may include exposure to dust, fluctuating temperatures (hot and cold), and moderate to high noise levels. Steel-toed boots and other personal protective equipment (PPE) will be required.

PLA and its Family of Companies is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request by contacting Hiring@Propak.com. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized because of such a request.