What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse General Labor Pallet Sorter position at PLA Buyer LLC?
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What we’re looking for
- Pallet Sorter | PLA Supply Chain Services - Walmart Onsite
About the Division
PLA Supply Chain Services, a member of the PLA Family of Companies, is a leading provider of comprehensive supply chain services, revolutionizing the way businesses manage their supply chains. With our expertise and state-of-the-art facilities, we ensure efficient and seamless operations from start to finish.
Role overview & responsibilities
Reporting to the Supervisor, the Pallet Sorter is responsible for removing debris from and manually sorting pallets by type and condition to meet requirements of PLA standards and production goals. Type criteria may include color or manufacturer. Conditions may include criteria such as amount or extent of damaged or missing boards, raised or exposed nails, or blocks missing.
- Safely remove lodged or adjacent debris from incoming pallets.
- Sort pallets by hand in a neat and orderly fashion.
- Inspect pallets while sorting to ensure criteria are met.
- Maintain a clean and orderly work area throughout the shift.
- Maintain established rate per hour to ensure productivity, efficiency, and safety.
- Maintain safe working conditions by following guidelines and procedures for handling all related equipment and material.
- Comply with all Propak policies and procedures, as well as federal and state safety rules.
- Assist with other duties as assigned to support and improve overall team operations.
- Adjust as needed to new reporting relationships, work assignments, or work schedules to meet company needs and business requirements.
- Attendance at work is an essential function of this job.
- Cooperate and work well with team members and management.
What you'll need
- No prior experience necessary.
- High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
The Benefits
- Health, dental, & vision insurance
- Multiple voluntary insurance options
- Vacation & sick days
- 401(k) with company match
- Much, much more!
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.
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@plasolutions.com. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized because of such a request.