Material Handler I - 1st Shift

Job Description

Job Description

Job Summary:

The Material Handler I plays a key role in the daily operations of the warehouse. Reporting to the Supervisor, you will be responsible for the sortation, movement, placement, and overall condition of materials, including pallets, totes, and merchandise. This position requires strong attention to detail and the ability to perform minor repairs to ensure products meet quality standards before shipment.

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.

• 90 day - 50 - Cent progression
• 1 year - 50 cent progression
• Annually 50 cent progression

Work Schedule: 

• 1st Shift: 5:00 am to 1:30 pm (Monday thru Friday)

• 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 discount s (through ADP) on everyday stuff and larger purchases.
• Dell Employee Purchase Program (EPP) discounts available for personal use.

As a Material Handler II, your responsibilities will include:

• Ensuring safe movement of products, which can include pallets, totes, or merchandise.
• Reviewing products or merchandise to ensure proper placement.
• Preparing pallets or totes for shipment.
• Performing minor repairs on pallets or totes, which might include pressure washing, manual drying, removing loose wood, residue, adhesive from stickers, buffing, or cutting foreign materials.
• Performing sortation, inventory, and quality inspections as required by the location.
• Performing all other duties as assigned to support and improve the overall team operations.
• Adjusting to new work assignments and schedules to meet company needs and business requirements.
• Consistent and reliable attendance at work is an essential function of this job.