Entry Level Forklift Operator​/General Warehouse Laborer

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Regular Full-Time Manual Labor Buckeye, AZ, US

5 days ago Requisition

Salary Range: $19.50 To $20.25 Hourly

The Entry Level Forklift Operator
- General Warehouse Laborer is a dual-function role responsible for the safe operation of a sit-down forklift and the manual inspection of wooden pallets. In this position, you will move materials throughout the facility to support production flow while also manually sorting pallets by type and condition to meet company standards. You are responsible for identifying defects, maintaining inventory accuracy, and ensuring a safe, organized workspace.

Ideal candidates are safety-minded, thrive in fast-paced environments, and are comfortable with both machinery and repetitive physical labor. On-site forklift certification is provided—no prior experience is required.

• Starting Pay: $19.50 per hour to $20.25
• Guaranteed Progression: 50-cent per hour increases at 90 days, 1 year, and annually thereafter for a total of 5 years, reaching the maximum rate at 5 years in this role.

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.

• 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 Met Life starting at $1.46 per week.
• Dental Coverage – 100% preventive care coverage with Met Life 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 – Met Life Legal and Identity Theft Services and Pet Insurance with ASPCA.
• Life Mart employee discount
  s (through ADP) on everyday stuff and larger purchases.
• Dell Employee Purchase Program (EPP) discounts available for personal use.

Reporting to the Supervisor or Manager, the Entry Level Forklift Operator
- General Warehouse Laborer is responsible for operating and maintaining a sit-down forklift to move and organize pallets within a warehouse environment. Your responsibilities will include:

• Report to the Supervisor or Manager to ensure all pallets meet PLA/Propak quality standards and production goals.
• Operate a sit-down forklift to safely move, organize, and load/unload pallets in and out of trailers and designated areas.
• Perform manual sortation of pallets by hand, identifying specific criteria such as color, manufacturer, and damage levels (e.g., missing boards or exposed nails).
• Conduct daily safety inspections of the forklift and manage refueling or charging as needed.
• Verify and complete all load documentation, maintaining accurate digital or…