What are the responsibilities and job description for the Warehouse General Labor Box Sorter position at PLA Family of Companies?
Job Summary:
As a Box Sorter, you are a key part of our logistics team, responsible for the manual inspection and sortation of materials to meet Propak standards and production goals. In this role, you will evaluate the quality of incoming boxes, preparing them for reuse through precise palletization and labeling. If you are a motivated individual who enjoys a fast-paced environment where your productivity directly impacts your pay, we encourage you to apply.
Pay Rate & Performance Incentives- Starting Pay: $17.00 per hour (guaranteed)
- Earn More with Performance: Your hourly pay can increase each week based on how many pallets you sort per hour (VPH).
- Top Performers Can Earn Up To: $24.00 per hour
- Quality Matters: Maintain 95% quality or higher to qualify for bonus pay.
- 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 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.
- Dell Employee Purchase Program (EPP) discounts available for personal use.
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 3,500 employees across 23 states, and is still looking for opportunities for growth, both organically and through acquisition.
What You’ll Be Doing:As a Box Sorter, your primary responsibilities will include:
- Breaking down boxes that are not received in a broken-down state.
- Inspecting boxes for damage and reuse.
- Stickering boxes acceptable for reuse by covering barcodes.
- Palletizing boxes by size.
- Meeting or exceeding daily production requirements, with a standard production goal of at least one pallet per hour.
- Maintaining a clean and orderly work area throughout the shift.
- Complying with all Propak policies and procedures, as well as federal and state safety rules.
- Assisting with other duties as assigned to support and improve overall team operations.