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As an Equipment Operator (internally known as a Viking), you will be responsible for operating a variety of small and large equipment to ensure production runs efficiently and our products meet high-quality standards. This role is dynamic, requiring you to adapt to different tasks and equipment based on daily needs, including handsaws, nail guns, automated saw machines, and material handling equipment like pallet jacks and forklifts. If you are a versatile and safety-minded individual with a commitment to quality and production goals, we encourage you to apply!

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.

Pay Rate: Please refer to the attached pay scale document for full details on our incentive program.

• Base Hourly Rate: Starting at $18.23 per hour.

• Incentive Opportunities: This position offers a significant incentive program based on hourly productivity (units completed per hour).

  • Earn additional pay ranging from $3.09 to over $41.74 per hour on top of your base rate, depending on your output.

  • Total potential hourly earnings can range from $18.23 up to $59.97 per hour or more, based on performance.

• Your earning potential increases with your productivity!

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 an Equipment Operator, your primary responsibilities will include:

• Operating and maintaining multiple types of small and large equipment, which may include handsaws, nail guns, automated saw machines, pallet jacks, and forklifts.

• Performing inspections of equipment to ensure safe and efficient operation.

• Feeding materials or parts to semi-automated machines.

• Controlling and adjusting equipment settings as needed.

• Delivering on or exceeding daily production requirements.

• Performing evaluations with precision to provide consistent quality of all finished products.

• Maintaining a clean workspace, reducing accidents, and ensuring compliance.

• Escalating technical and process issues to leadership.

• Fostering exceptional and collaborative partnerships with facility staff.

• Performing other duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For:

• Previous experience operating industrial equipment, such as saws, nail guns, or forklifts, is required.

• Strong commitment to safety procedures and attention to detail.

• Ability to learn and operate a variety of equipment effectively.

• Proven ability to meet or exceed daily production goals.

• Experience with quality evaluation and precision work.

• Effective communication skills to escalate issues and work with a team.

• Basic mechanical aptitude for equipment upkeep and maintenance.

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.

• A positive, collaborative attitude.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, and lift for extended periods.

• Capable of lifting and moving materials and parts regularly throughout the shift.

• Requires good manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination for operating tools and machinery.

• Ability to hear and understand verbal instructions, machinery sounds, and safety alarms in a noisy environment.

• Excellent vision (including close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus) for operating machinery and inspecting product quality.

Work Environment:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee will primarily work in a production or 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 Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request, by contacting Hiring@PLASolutions.com. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. Furthermore, our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion is articulated in our public commitment to fostering a culture where everyone feels welcome and can thrive. We are deeply invested in attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent across our company.

If you need assistance or accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request by contacting Hiring@Propak.com. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized because of such a request.