Stacker Operator: Build, Optimize, Grow on the Line

Pratt Industries, Inc.; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Industries, Inc. requires a reliable team member to stack equipment and assist operators on the production line. Responsibilities include setup, operation, and cleanup, with a focus on following factory master instructions and maintaining safety standards.

The role emphasizes quality monitoring, accurate counting, and timely reporting, with opportunities to advance to Operator. A high school diploma is required, and a Lift Truck Operator License may be needed.

Qualifications

• Read and follow instructions on factory masters.
• Ability to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy is not stated here; focus on instruction following and general measurement ability.

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.
• 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 Operator 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.
• 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.

Skills

Reading instructions

Manual dexterity

Quality awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Lift Truck Operator License (cert.)

Job description

Pratt Industries, Inc. requires a reliable team member to stack equipment and assist operators on the production line. Responsibilities include setup, operation, and cleanup, with a focus on following factory master instructions and maintaining safety standards.

The role emphasizes quality monitoring, accurate counting, and timely reporting, with opportunities to advance to Operator. A high school diploma is required, and a Lift Truck Operator License may be needed.