Bander Operator 1st Shift

Pratt Industries; Park City (KS); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day one: Paid Holidays and wellness/tp

Full benefits within one month

401(k) with company matching

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Employee referral bonuses

Job summary

Pratt Industries is seeking an entry-level Bander Operator for the 1st shift (6am-2pm). Starting rate is $20.60 per hour with a comprehensive benefits package beginning day one, including life insurance and wellness perks.

You will operate the unitizer, ensuring proper banding, tagging, and safety compliance within a fast-paced production environment. Qualified candidates may have prior forklift experience, and a high school diploma or GED.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate the unitizer and related equipment with proper setup and cleanup.
• Ensure correct banding, stretch wrap, and unit tagging.
• Scan barcodes and maintain unit integrity and packing patterns.
• Maintain production records and quality data.
• Support maintenance reporting and proactive equipment care.

Skills

Banding operations

Forklift operation

Tape measure reading

Safety procedures

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lift Truck Operator License

Job description

Entry level position starting rate $20.60 an hour

POSITION TITLE: BANDER OPERATOR

SHIFT: 1 st (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 PREFERRED who 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

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

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.

Additional Information

Our mission is to be the best vertically-integrated paper, packaging and resources recovery company in the western hemisphere.

• 5th largest corrugated packaging company in the United States
• World's largest, privately-held producer of 100% recycled containerboard
• Employ more than 7,500 employees in facilities across the country
• Operate as vertically integrated hub-and-spoke model to optimize the supply chain
• Recover more than 3 million tons of paper and recyclables annually

EEOC Statement

Pratt Industries provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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