Pallet Sorter Machine Operator - 48forty Solutions and Relogistics Services

Summary

The Machine Operator is responsible for sorting pallets to grade using a SMETCO 300 series pallet sorter. The Machine Operator is responsible to inspect the quality of all pallets and assign a grade, while removing all trash and debris.  

Responsibilities

• Ability to complete all production paperwork with accuracy 
• Communicates directly with Shift Lead or On Site Manager 
• Hand stacking pallets to appropriate heights when applicable
• Removing jambs and clearing debris from stackers and conveyors 
• Loading and unloading materials from trailers by hand
• Moving pallets or materials on pallets or in crates around the storage facility
• Stacking pallets or materials in the correct manner, following inventory control instructions
• Checking to make sure loads are secure
• Ability to utilize yard management systems to coordinate trailers moves
• Examining products to verify conformance to quality standards
• Must be accountable for achieving Relogistics results while maintaining Relogistics Core Values and Safety Standards
• Must maintain a clean & safe working environment that meets Relogistics standards

Requirements

• Must be able to lift at least 75lbs.
• Must be comfortable working in a labor-intensive environment, sometimes under extreme weather conditions

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Ability to work in extreme conditions to include, but not limited to, elements, heat, cold, and air particulate
• Repetitively adjust body position to bend, stoop, walk, turn, pivot, and stand for entire shifts of varying lengths
• The employee is frequently required to sit, talk hear, walk and use hands to handle, feel and reach.
• The noise level in the work environment is dependent on location.
• Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required (eye protection, ear protection is mandatory at several locations, safety shoes)
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include, close vision, distance vision and color vision.
• Must have a good sense of balance & good eye-hand-foot coordination
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
• Ability to work overtime and flexible schedule/shifts

Benefits 

• Competitive Pay
• Holiday Pay
• Referral Bonuses
• Long-Term Career Advancement  
• Great Team Environment
• PTO
• Full-time employees eligible for Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, AD&D and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance on the 1st of the month following 60 days of employment