Offsite Production Worker

Job Summary

The General Labor Worker (Pallet Operations) plays a key role in supporting pallet processing, repair, and movement activities at offsite customer locations. This position requires adaptability, attention to detail, and the ability to work safely and efficiently in a fast-paced environment. The Production Worker supports daily operational needs, partners closely with supervisors and facility teams, and ensures pallet quality, workflow accuracy, and productivity goals are met.

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 more than 1,500 customers, PLA is one of the largest pallet manufacturing and recycling companies in the United States. PLA operates more than 76 facilities, employs 3,500+ team members across 23 states, and continues expanding through both organic growth and acquisition.

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.

Role Overview & Responsibilities

As a General Labor Worker, you will:

• Perform a variety of tasks at offsite customer facilities by adapting to different work environments and departments
• Support pallet production operations based on daily workload and facility needs
• Partner with warehouse, transportation, and onsite supervisors to complete assigned tasks
• Identify and understand different pallet types and grades
• Meet or exceed daily production and operational goals
• Operate and maintain hand tools, power tools, and other production equipment
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Follow all safety procedures and escalate technical or process issues to leadership
• Collaborate effectively with facility staff to support customer expectations and performance standards
• Perform other duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• Experience in warehouse, production, pallet repair, or labor-intensive work preferred
• Ability to work safely with tools and equipment
• Strong adaptability and willingness to work in various offsite environments
• Proactive, hands-on approach to tasks and problem-solving
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Ability to work cooperatively with supervisors and team members
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, walk, and stoop for extended periods
• Ability to lift, push, and pull heavy materials repeatedly throughout the workday
• Comfortable performing physically demanding labor in fast-paced conditions

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 View email address on click.appcast.io. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized because of such a request.