- Junior
- Bureau à Siloam Springs
Job Summary:
The Machine Sorter - Incentive is responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of assigned machinery.
This role is crucial for ensuring the productive sortation of pallets and offers the opportunity for performance-based pay.
The ideal candidate is safety-minded, detail-oriented, and motivated to meet production goals in a fast-paced environment.
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 3500 employees across 23 states, and is still looking for opportunities for growth, both organically and through acquisition.
About the Division
PLA - Supply Chain Services, a member of the PLA Family of Companies, is a leading provider of comprehensive supply chain services, revolutionizing the way businesses manage their supply chains. With our expertise and state-of-the-art facilities, we ensure efficient and seamless operations from start to finish.
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 $25.22
Health Savings Account (HSA) – Company contribution up to $750 annually with tax-advantaged savings
401(k) with Company Match
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
Dental Coverage – 100% preventive care coverage with MetLife plans starting at $5.39 per week
Voluntary Benefits – Additional life insurance and short-term disability options available
What You'll Be Doing:
As a Machine Sorter - Incentive, your primary responsibilities will include:
Safely operating assigned equipment in accordance with all company policies and procedures.
Following all outlined policies and procedures related to the operation of the equipment.
Immediately reporting equipment problems to the proper authority.
Ensuring the productive sortation of pallets.
Performing routine maintenance on machinery as required.
Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe workspace around your machine.
Adapting to new schedules or tasks based on operational needs.
What We're Looking For:
Experience as a Machine Sorter or Machine Operator preferred.
Strong commitment to safety protocols and procedures.
Ability to understand and follow operational guidelines for machinery.
Problem-solving skills for identifying and reporting machine issues.
Must be at least 18 years old.
High School diploma or GED preferred.
Motivation to meet or exceed production goals.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and lift for extended periods.
Capable of lifting and moving materials regularly throughout the shift.
Requires good manual dexterity and tactile sensitivity for operating tools and machinery.
Ability to hear and understand verbal instructions, machinery sounds, and safety alarms in a noisy environment.
Excellent vision for detailed work, identifying defects, and operating machinery safely.
Work Environment:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee will primarily work in a manufacturing or production environment. This may include exposure to wood dust, sawdust, moderate to high noise levels, and varying temperatures. 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.
