Bander Operator 3rd Shift

Pratt Industries; Lewisburg (OH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PAID Holidays from Day 1

Insurance benefits and wellness reimb.

3 Months: 401(k) with match

12 Months: FULL tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Pratt Industries is seeking a dependable Unitizer Operator to setup, run, and cleanup equipment, ensuring proper bands, tags, and unit integrity. You will maximize throughput while maintaining safety and housekeeping standards.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience, and some corrugated industry exposure. We offer paid holidays from day one, tuition reimbursement, and strong retirement benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
• Forklift experience preferred.
• 6 months experience in the Press or Finishing Department is a plus.
• Prior work in the corrugated industry is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Operate the unitizer and related equipment, including setup and cleanup.
• Ensure proper banding, tagging, and stacking patterns; report outliers.
• Scan barcodes and maintain accurate production records.
• Maximize throughput while following safety and housekeeping rules.
• Turn in maintenance orders and suggest equipment improvements.
• Adhere to the production schedule and assist with optimization.

Skills

Forklift operation

Unitizing experience

Tape measure reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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

Base pay of $18.15, PLUS SHIFT DIFFERENTIAL!

Perks of Pratt?

• PAID Holidays from Day 1
• Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hire
• 3 Months: 401(k) with match
• 12 Months: FULL tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing and parenting leave

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operating the unitizer and corresponding equipment, including 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 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

• Minimum high school diploma or GED required
• 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

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 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 100 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

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.

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.

Pratt Industries is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/V/D

Additional Information

Opportunities are always in front of us. With our future growth plans there will be many exciting opportunities for all existing and future employees. We believe in continuous investment in our employees and assets which helps create an exciting, growing, and sustainable environment. I hope you have the chance to thrive and take advantage of these opportunities here at Pratt Industries.

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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