Warehouse Worker – Utility I

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Supervisor, the Warehouse Utility I is a versatile role responsible for being cross-trained to cover multiple areas in the warehouse. This position is essential for supporting daily operations through manual sortation, facility maintenance, and equipment operation depending on the facility's needs. You will be tasked with maintaining high-quality standards for pallets and other materials while ensuring a safe and clean work environment. If you are a flexible team player who enjoys a variety of tasks in a fast-paced setting, this is the role for you.

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 3,500 employees across 23 states, and is still looking for opportunities for growth, both organically and through acquisition.

Pay Rate:

• Range: $18.00 - $21.00 an hour
• Starting pay: $18.00 an 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 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.

What You'll Be Doing:

As a Warehouse Utility I, your key responsibilities will include:

• Sorting materials: Organize pallets, RPCs, boxes, or other materials by hand or with machine assistance in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Operating Baler: Manage cardboard recycling by swapping totes, tracking damage counts, operating the baler, and coordinating bale removal.
• Quality Painting: Ensure quality painting of pallets and the proper use of painting equipment.
• Maintenance: Maintain a clean work environment by sweeping debris around warehouse and dock areas.
• Inspection: Inspect items while sorting to ensure criteria are met and maintain an established rate per man-hour.
• Vendor Processing: Sort items by vendor and process them at an established rate per hour.
• Compliance: Ensure compliance with all safety, Propak, and PLA policies and procedures.
• Versatility: Complete other duties as assigned to support and improve overall team operations.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience: Previous experience in manual labor or warehouse environments preferred.
• Flexibility: Willingness to be cross-trained in multiple areas, including forklift operation and facility maintenance.
• Stamina: Ability to stand, bend, and lift materials for 8 to 10 hours.
• Attention to Detail: Ability to accurately count materials and inspect items for quality standards.
• Reliability: Consistent and reliable attendance is an essential function of this job.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, reach, and lift for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Capable of repeatedly lifting and moving materials, which may be heavy.
• Requires good manual dexterity for sorting and processing items at an established rate.
• Ability to hear and understand verbal instructions and safety alarms in a warehouse environment.
• Excellent vision for inspecting materials and observing surroundings for safety.

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 [email protected]. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized because of such a request.

Monday–Friday
5 hours per day (to start)
Position begins part-time with opportunity to move into full-time