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Pallet Sorting Machine Operator - Day Shift

Rehrig Pacific Company
Joliet, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 12/19/2025 CLOSED ON 12/23/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pallet Sorting Machine Operator - Day Shift position at Rehrig Pacific Company?

Shift Details: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 3:30 pm

Pay: $19 an hour

Great benefits including: Medical, Dental Vision and Life Insurance; Paid Time Off; Paid Holidays; 401k & ESOP; Profit Sharing; Tuition Reimbursement and more!

Join a team where safety, teamwork, and reliability come first.
We’re looking for a dependable and hardworking individual to operate our SMETCO pallet sorting machine and contribute to a fast-paced, supportive work environment.

What You’ll Do:

  • Safely operate a large industrial pallet sorting machine to sort pallets by manufacturer, quality, and grade.
  • Perform hands-on inspections and manual sorting as needed.
  • May operate a forklift (training & certification provided) to load/unload trailers and move materials.
  • Maintain a clean and organized workspace through “Clean as You Go” practices.
  • Lift up to 70 lbs consistently and perform repetitive motions throughout your shift.
  • Meet production and quality goals while working collaboratively with your team.
  • Take on additional duties as assigned by site leadership.

What You Bring:

  • A strong work ethic and commitment to safety.
  • Ability to work in a physically demanding, fast-paced environment.
  • Willingness to learn machine and forklift operation (experience is a plus but not required).
  • Team-oriented mindset and ability to work well with diverse coworkers.
  • High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent work experience preferred.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

  • Supportive team culture that values every employee.
  • On-the-job training and growth opportunities.
  • A company that puts safety and people first.

Ready to roll up your sleeves and make a difference?
Apply today and become part of a team that works hard, supports one another, and takes pride in what we do.

Why Rehrig Pacific?

Rehrig Pacific is a leading manufacturer of integrated sustainable solutions for the supply chain and environmental waste industries with a diverse customer list of industry leaders. We provide end-to-end solutions including returnable plastic products, delivery lifts and sleds, technology to track those assets, and a service team to ensure their longevity. Our team is dedicated to the values, mission, and unique culture within our organization that celebrates our people. We believe in fostering an environment where employees can be their authentic selves and know that they are viewed as integral members of the Rehrig Pacific Family.

Rehrig Pacific Company is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also here.

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