2nd Shift Bander Operator

prattinternalcareersite; Lewisburg (WV); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits after 1 month

Earn up to $1200 walking

Company gain share bonus (monthly)

Quarterly bonuses

Paid holidays

40 hours vacation after 6 months

401K matching

Job summary

Pratt Internal Careersite is seeking a 2nd Shift Bander Operator to run the bander equipment, perform setup and cleanup, and suggest operational improvements. You will ensure correct banding, tagging, stacking, and data collection to support production goals.

The role requires a high school diploma or GED, with preference for candidates familiar with corrugated manufacturing. This position is on-site with a 2nd shift schedule and opportunities for team-driven safety and efficiency gains.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior corrugated industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate the bander and related equipment, including setup and cleanup.
• Ensure proper banding, tagging, and stacking of units.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Math skills

Industrial safety

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Title: 2nd Shift Bander Operator

Reports to: Shift Supervisor and/or Superintendent

Summary:

The Bander Operator is responsible for all activities associated with operating the bander and corresponding equipment, including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operating the bander and corresponding equipment, including accurate placement of bands and stretchwrap in accordance with proper setup techniques.
• Ensure proper placement of unit tags and cover sheets and correct stacking patterns.
• Scan barcodes on units going through bander.
• Make neat units with proper number of bands on each unit.
• Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed.
• Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Quality Data.
• Ensure unit quantities are correct.
• Pull excess scrap from units.
• Turn in maintenance orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
• Adheres to production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals. Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED.

Candidates are PREFERRED who offer the following:

• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

• Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

• Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
• Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate.
• Able to apply concepts of high school math.

REASONING ABILITY

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form.
• Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations.

TECHNICAL SKILLS:

The individual must have a working knowledge of the following...

• Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
• Product layouts and production specifications
• Product quality specifications
• Quality standards

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear.
• The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration.

Eligible for benefits within 1 month of hire

Medical, Dental, Vision and HSA - Earn up to $1,200 just for walking!

$500 Annual Wellness Reimbursement

Company gain share bonus (paid out monthly)

Quarterly Bonuses

Enjoy paid holidays starting immediately

40 Hours of Vacation time granted after 6 months of employment

Positive safety and team culture

401K Matching Program