Bander Operator 1st Shift

Pratt Industries; Park City (KS); On-site; USD 23,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day one paid holidays

Wellness reimbursement $500

Steel toe shoe reimbursement

Discounted gym memberships

Employee referral bonuses $500

Company-paid life insurance (within 1月

401(k) with company matching

Tuition reimbursement up to $35,000 in

Job summary

Pratt Industries is seeking an entry-level Band er Operator for the 1st shift (6am-2pm). The role involves operating the unitizer and related equipment, setting up and cleaning processes, and ensuring proper tagging, wrapping, and stacking of units.

You will follow production schedules, complete required reports, and help optimize operations for cost, quality, and service goals. Starting pay is $20.60 per hour with benefits beginning day one.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Preferred: 6 months experience in the Press or Finishing Department.
• Prior forklift operator experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate the unitizer and related equipment, including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.
• Ensure proper placement of unit tags and cover sheets and correct stacking patterns.
• Scan barcodes on units moving through the unitizer.
• Create neat units with correct number of bands on each unit.
• Maximize equipment utilization by running machinery at available capacity and speed.
• Complete reports accurately and timely (Production Data, Machine Status, Safety, Quality).
• Pull excess scrap from units and maintain workflow consistency.
• Operate a forklift safely when needed and follow maintenance requests promptly.
• Follow production schedules and suggest scheduling improvements to meet cost, quality, and service goals.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Entry level position starting rate $20.60 an hour

BANDER OPERATOR

SHIFT: 1st (6am-2pm)

Benefits

• Day one: Paid Holidays, $500 wellness reimbursement, steel toe shoe reimbursement, discounted gym memberships and $500 employee referral bonuses.
• Full benefits package within ONE MONTH of hire. Including company paid life insurance.
• Three months: 401(k) with company matching and enrollment into attendance bonus program earning up to $1000 per year in bonuses.
• Six months: Paid time off.
• 12 months: $35,000 in tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing leave/parenting leave.
• Career Growth and opportunities for promotions. We hire from within!
• Competitive Salary - we pay for skills. The more you learn the more you earn.

Summary

Responsible for all activities associated with operating the unitizer and corresponding equipment, including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Operating the unitizer 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 unitizer.
• 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.
• Operate a forklift in a safe manner when necessary.
• 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 PREFERREDwho offer the following:
• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.
• 6 months experience in the Press or Finishing Department.
• Prior work experience as a forklift operator.

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

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

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

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 is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 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. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.