Material Sorter – Pallet Manufacturing

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. Hand sort pallets and other materials within a distribution facility .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeWhite • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $18 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates proficiency in material handling, including loading and unloading trailers, hand sorting, and stacking pallets while adhering to safety and quality standards. Strong communication skills facilitate effective coordination with plant management and accurate completion of production paperwork.

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Material HandlingQuality AssuranceSafety ComplianceCommunication SkillsPhysical Stamina

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Hard Skills

Hand SortingPallet StackingLoading and UnloadingQuality VerificationProduction Paperwork

Soft Skills

Excellent Oral CommunicationExcellent Written Communication

Tools & Technologies

Yard Management SystemPersonal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Degree or GED

Industry Keywords

Distribution FacilitySafety StandardsExtreme ConditionsMaterial Movement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Hand sort pallets and other materials within a distribution facility
Hand stack pallets to appropriate heights
Load and unload materials from trailers by hand
Move pallets or materials on pallets or in crates around the facility
Check loads to ensure they are secure
Examine products to verify conformance to quality standards
Coordinate trailer moves within the yard management system
Complete production paperwork accurately to track progress
Communicate directly with plant management regularly
Maintain high levels of safety and cleanliness

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school degree or GED required
Excellent oral and written communication skills needed
Ability to work overtime when needed
Ability to work in extreme conditions including heat, cold, and air particulate
Ability to repetitively lift up to 50–75 pounds
Ability to bend, stoop, walk, turn, pivot, and stand for entire shifts of varying lengths
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required, including eye protection, ear protection at several locations, and safety shoes
Close, distance, and color vision required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Pay
Holiday Pay
Daily Pay – Access to your earned wages before payday!
Referral Bonuses
Long-Term Career Advancement
Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, AD&D, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance for Eligible Full Time Employees
401(k) Retirement Plan
Great Team Environment