Warehouse General Labor RPC Sorter - Incentive

Job Title

We are seeking hard-working, motivated, and energetic individuals to join our wood pallet logistics team. As an RPC Sorter, you will be responsible for the manual sortation of Reusable Plastic Containers (RPCs), dunnage airbags, and other materials to meet production goals and Propak standards. This role is vital for maintaining an organized warehouse and ensuring that reusable materials are processed efficiently and accurately. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and take pride in your reliability and safety awareness, we encourage you to apply.

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 & Performance Incentives

• Starting Base Pay: $16.00 per hour.
• The more you sort, the more you earn! You have the power to increase your hourly wage through our performance-based incentive tiers.
• Your hourly rate increases based on your weekly Volume Per Hour (VPH). High performers can reach up to $24.00 per hour.

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:

• Manual Sortation: Sorting RPCs or other material as needed by hand in a neat and orderly fashion according to established criteria.
• Airbag Management: Categorizing inflatable dunnage airbags, ensuring usable bags are organized for reuse, and properly disposing of unusable ones.
• Maintenance: Maintaining a clean work environment by sweeping debris around warehouse and dock areas.
• Compliance: Following all safety and Propak policies and procedures diligently.
• Team Support: Performing other duties as assigned to improve overall team operations.

What We're Looking For:

• Physical Stamina: Ability to stand and walk for 8 or more hours a day.
• Manual Labor Experience: Previous experience in manual labor or a similar physically demanding role is preferred.
• Physical Capability: Ability to frequently perform repetitive movements including squatting, bending, and twisting throughout the shift.
• Detail-Oriented: Strong ability to accurately hand-sort different types of recyclable plastic containers (RPCs) and match identical containers based on specific criteria.
• Reliability: A dependable and trustworthy individual with a strong work ethic.
• Safety Awareness: Ability to identify and follow safety procedures while working in a fast-paced environment.
• Education: High School Graduate or GED preferred.
• Experience: No prior experience is necessary; we will provide training.

Physical Requirements:

• Stamina: Constantly required to stand and frequently required to walk throughout the shift.
• Manual Dexterity: Constantly required to manually manipulate and reach outward.
• Lifting & Carrying: Constantly lifting/carrying 21-50 lbs and frequently lifting 10-20 lbs.
• Pushing & Pulling: Constantly pushing/pulling 26-40 lbs and frequently pushing 12-25 lbs.
• Sensory: Ability to identify warning sounds (horns/alarms) and utilize near, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision.
• Safety Gear: Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including steel-toe safety shoes, safety glasses, and earplugs.

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.