Fiber Yard Operator

Pratt Industries; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Incentive program

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision Insurance

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Conyers, GA is seeking a Fiber Yard Operator to stage baled and loose raw materials for the paper mill. You will operate forklifts and other mobile equipment in a 24/7, 12-hour shift rotation.

The role requires reading orders, basic math, documentation, and clear communication with the team and supervisor; safety, PPE, and physical capability are essential. Qualified applicants should have a HS diploma or GED, with post-secondary education preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required; post-secondary degree is highly preferred.
• Ability to pass drug tests, background checks, and physical exam.
• Read orders and perform basic math, document results accurately.
• Operate forklift and other mobile equipment safely in a 24/7 mill environment.

Responsibilities

• Read orders and prepare legible reports for the plant team.
• Operate forklifts and mobile equipment in a 24/7 shift rotation.
• Ensure safety rules, PPE use, and proper housekeeping are followed.

Skills

Reading orders

Communication

Safety awareness

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Post-secondary education preferred

Tools

Forklift

Front End Loader

Bobcat equipment

Job description

Eligible for insurance benefits within ONE Month of hire.

Job Type: Full-time – Salary Non-Exempt

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Mill incentive Program: Earn up to 26.67% of monthly base pay each month (Paid Monthly)
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

General Summary

The Fiber Yard Operator is responsible for staging the baled and loose raw materials for the paper mill. They will be operating intermittently Fork-Lifts, Front End Loaders, and/or Bobcat mobile equipment in a 24/7 operation working 12 hour shifts in a 4 shift rotational concept. They must be able to get on and off equipment regularly, understand inventory procedures, some basic computer skills, and be able to communicate clearly with the team and their supervisor. They must be able to read orders, possess basic mathematical skills, complete documentation, and be able to operate various types of small to medium sized industrial mobile equipment.

Essential Job Functions

• 1) Mental Ability – The Fiber Yard Operator must be able to read orders and prepare reports legibly and properly. Must be able to communicate orally with all personnel in the plant.
• 2) Physical Ability – The Fiber Yard Operator must be able to climb up onto various types of industrial equipment truck and be able to operate steering controls, hand levers, and/or two foot pedals. There could be occasional climbing up a ladder. They must have excellent depth perception to maneuver the equipment and raw materials around crowded areas with co-workers nearby. Must be able to frequently get on and off equipment and the use of hand tools, specifically cutting pliers, is required.
• 3) Safety – It is plant policy to work in a safe manner. All Fiber Yard Operators must ensure guards are in place, follow lock-tag-try procedures, observe hazards such as nip points, and follow plant and department safety rules.

Physical Demands

Work is light difficulty, fast paced, physically demanding, and will be outside. Fiber Yard Operators must be able to operate a steering wheel, hydraulic levers, foot pedals, and a handheld scanner. Must be able to observe their immediate area for safe operation of mobile industrial equipment in crowded areas. Occasionally, they may be asked to maneuver items by hand and be able to lift up to 50lbs.

Education and/or Experience

• 1) High School Graduate or GED Equivalent.
• 2) Post-secondary educational degree (2 to 4 year degree from college, university, technical-school, military, vocational or other advanced educational institution) is highly preferred.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Requirements

• 1) Drug testing/Screening, Background Checks, Physical exam, and Reference Checks
• 2) Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (glasses, ear plugs, shoes, gloves, etc...)
• 3) Demonstrates a proven record of learning aptitude
• 4) Participate in ongoing educational certificate training program provided
• 5) Housekeeping, including washing up, sweeping, and shoveling debris.
• 6) Perform other tasks as required by Mill Management.

Additional Information

Pratt Industries is America's 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than 9,000 highly skilled green collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability. Pratt Industries is one of the largest corrugated packaging companies in America, with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than twenty states. The company operates several of the most modern, cost effective paper mills in the country, as well as a series of sheet and box plants strategically placed throughout the United States offering a wide range of creative packaging solutions. Pratt Industries is committed to recycling and the environment by harvesting the urban forest.

Pratt Industries offers competitive compensation plans with incentive opportunities, full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, paid holidays, and childbearing and parental leave.

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

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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