Stacker Operator

Pratt Industries; Warner Robins (GA); On-site; USD 20,664 - 30,307; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Industries is seeking a dependable team member to stack equipment and assist operators. You will set up the line, operate the machine, assist with cleanup, and help optimize operations for efficiency and safety.

The role requires reading factory instructions, measuring with a tape, and performing quality checks. You will report issues, maintain housekeeping, and support production schedules on a on-site basis.

Qualifications

• Able to read and follow factory master instructions.
• Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
• Able to perform quality checks and report issues.
• Willing to assist operators and move up line progression.

Responsibilities

• Read and follow instructions on factory masters.
• Set up bundler, hold down arm, load former, and delivery end with proper setup.
• Secure cover sheets, tie sheets, and load tags for production runs.
• Stack finished boxes per factory master and ensure counts.
• Monitor box quality and report problems to Operator.
• Assist operator and first helper as needed.
• Support adherence to production schedule and suggest improvements.
• Complete reports accurately and timely; submit maintenance work orders as needed.

Skills

Read instructions

Tape measure reading

Quality checks

Team assistance

Tools

Lift truck license

Job description

Summary

Responsible for all activities associated with stacking the equipment and helping the operators including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

REPORTS TO:

Corrugating Superintendent

Summary

Responsible for all activities associated with stacking the equipment and helping the operators including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Read and follow instructions on factory masters.


• Set-up bundler, hold down arm, load former, and delivery end of machine accurately in accordance with proper setup techniques.


• Secure proper cover sheets, tie sheets, and load tags for production runs.


• Stack finished boxes in accordance with factory master.


• Ensure each unit has proper top and bottom cover sheets, tie sheets, and load tags.


• Monitor quality of boxes and report quality problems to Operator.


• Assist operator and first helper as necessary.


• Be willing to move up the line of progression to operator regardless of shift.


• Ensure correct bundle and unit counts.


• Report final count of piece unit to operator.


• Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner.


• Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.


• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.


• Helps operators adhere to production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals. Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.


• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

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. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Candidate must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.

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.