Stacker Operator 1st Shift

Pratt Industries; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Full benefits package

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

Pratt Industries in the United States is seeking a Bundler to stack equipment, assist operators, and ensure accurate load tags and packaging quality. You will read factory masters, follow setup instructions, and maintain housekeeping while supporting production schedules.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, and preferred experience in corrugated packaging. Lift Truck Operator license may be required; physical duties include lifting up to 100 pounds and standing for long periods.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Preferred: 6 months' bundler experience.
• Experience in corrugated industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Stack finished boxes and set up equipment per master instructions.
• Read and follow instructions on factory masters.
• Maintain quality; report issues to the Operator.
• Assist operator and first helper; be willing to advance to Operator.
• Complete production reports and maintain housekeeping.

Skills

Reading instructions

Tape measure reading

Reasoning ability

Quality awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lift Truck Operator License

Job description

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 the Operator.

Assist operator and first helper as necessary.

Be willing to move up the line of progression to the O perator regardless of shift.

Ensure the correct bundle and unit counts.

Report final count of piece unit to the 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 the 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.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED.

Candidates are PREFERRED who offer the following:

1. Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.

2. 6 months’ experience as a Bundler.

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 the 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.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

The performance of the employee will be measured as follows:

Operating standards - the employee will need to meet or exceed the Operating Standards in the areas of quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction, and productivity. Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the employee.

Personal growth - while the company will provide the tools to assist the employee to grow professionally the responsibility for moving forward lies with the individual. Each year there will be goals developed and agreed to by the employee and his/her superior.

Employee relations - through observations the employee will be evaluated regarding his/her behaviors associated with appropriate human interaction, respect, and communication.

Creativity - this will be evaluated by how active the employee is in participating in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Additional Information

Pratt Industries is America’s 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than 6,500 highly skilled 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 a dozen states. The company operates three 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, FSA, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, and paid holidays.

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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