Bander Operator - 2nd Shift

Pratt Industries; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Industries is seeking a Bander Operator for the 2nd shift (3p–11pm) in Valparaiso, IN. The role involves operating the bander and related equipment, ensuring proper setup, and maintaining accurate production records. Starting wage is $17.60 per hour.

You will be responsible for proper unit banding, tagging, barcoding, and safe forklift operation, with a focus on efficiency, quality, and adherence to the production schedule. Overtime flexibility is required as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience operating bander equipment.
• Ability to follow production schedule.
• Overtime may be required with little notice.
• Maintain safety and good housekeeping practices.

Responsibilities

• Operate the bander and related equipment with correct setup techniques.
• Ensure proper placement of bands, tags, and wrap.
• Scan barcodes on units moving through the bander.
• Keep units neat with correct band counts and stacking patterns.
• Maximize equipment utilization by operating at available capacity and speed.
• Complete required production and safety reports accurately and timely.
• Maintain correct unit quantities and pull excess scrap when needed.
• Operate forklift safely when required.
• Submit maintenance orders and assist with proactive upkeep of equipment.
• Adhere to the production schedule and suggest improvements to meet cost, quality, and service goals.
• Report any scheduling issues to supervision.
• Follow all company policies including safety and housekeeping guidelines.
• Flexibility to work overtime as needed.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Skills

Forklift operation

Job description

Bander Operator - 2nd Shift (3p - 11pm)

REPORTS TO: Converting Supervisor/Superintendent

Starting Wage of $17.60 per hour

Summary

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 the accurate placement of bands and stretch-wrap 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 the bander.
• Make neat units with the 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, and 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 the 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.
• Must be able to work overtime, sometimes will little notice.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.