Clamp Truck Operator 2nd Shift

prattinternalcareersite; Lewisburg (WV); On-site; USD 21,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Lewisburg, WV is seeking a clamp truck operator to safely operate and maintain the clamp truck while handling corrugator rolls. The role includes unloading from trailers, inspecting for damage, and recording movements in the system.

The ideal candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, basic math skills, and ability to read corrugator lineups. Pay starts at $18.15 per hour and requires adherence to safety and housekeeping standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or GED required.
• Prior packaging industry experience is preferred.
• At least 6 months experience in manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate clamp truck safely and maintain equipment.
• Unload rolls from trailers or rail cars and inspect for damage.
• Record roll movement and scan locations in the system.
• Read corrugator lineups and follow the production schedule.
• Keep warehouse clean and organized.
• Assist corrugator operator as needed.
• Follow safety procedures and MSDS guidelines.

Skills

Clamp truck operation

Reading lineups

English literacy

Math calculations

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Mill wide system

Tape measure

Job description

SUMMARY

Responsible for all activities associated with safely operating and caring for the clamp truck.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Take rolls of paper to the corrugator, always taking buttrolls first, and record all rolls taken to the corrugator on the proper forms.
• Learn to read corrugator lineups.
• Mark buttrolls as to the size, diameter, lineal footage, and grade before returning to stock.
• Unload rolls from trailers and/or rail cars. Check for and note any physical damage to the rolls.
• Scan rolls to location.
• Use Mill wide for consumption and roll stock receipts.
• Operate the clamp truck in a safe manner.
• Complete clamp truck inspection report at the beginning of each shift and turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs.
• Keep warehouse organized and clean.
• Turn in roll stock tallies to the corrugator supervisor or Scheduling Department.
• Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed.
• Adheres to daily production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality, delivery and service goals.
• Assist the corrugator operator as instructed by supervision.
• Read related MSDS and learn proper response for emergency chemical spills or skin contact.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• Minimum high school diploma or GED required
• Candidates are preferred who offer the following:
  • Prior work experience in the packaging industry.
  • 6 months experience in some type of manufacturing operation

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Able to read, write and speak in English and follow instructions.

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 is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly 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

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.

Pay starts at $18.15/hour, based on experience

“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.”

-- Brian McPheely, Global CEO, Pratt Industries