Unitizer/ Bander Operator - 3rd Shift

prattinternalcareersite; Wapakoneta (OH); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays from day one

Insurance benefits within one month

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid childbearing/parenting leave

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Ohio seeks a unitizer operator to manage setup, operation, cleanup, and process improvements for packaging production. Responsibilities include operating the unitizer, stacking patterns, scanning barcodes, and maintaining quality and safety standards.

Qualified candidates should have a high school diploma or GED, forklift experience, and the ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math. Prior corrugated industry exposure and press/finishing experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry preferred.
• 6 months experience in the Press or Finishing Department preferred.
• Prior work experience as a forklift operator preferred.
• Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
• Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
• Able to apply concepts of high school math.

Responsibilities

• Operate the unitizer and equipment, ensuring proper placement of bands and stretch wrap.
• Ensure correct unit tags, cover sheets, and stacking patterns.
• Scan barcodes on units through the unitizer.
• Create neat units with appropriate bands on each unit.
• Maximize equipment utilization by operating at capacity and speed.
• Complete reports accurately and timely (Production Data, Machine Status, Safety Data, Quality Data).
• Ensure unit quantities are correct and pull excess scrap as needed.
• Operate a forklift safely when required and report maintenance needs.
• Adhere to production schedule and suggest optimizations to meet cost, quality and service goals.
• Report scheduling issues to supervision and comply with company policies.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading tape measure

Attention to detail

Math basics

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lift Truck Operator License

Job description

Why choose Pratt?

• Paid Holidays from DAY ONE
• Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hire
• 3 Months: 401(k) with match
• 12 months: FULL tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing/parenting leave
• Our Culture

• Growth/Development – we believe strongly in investing in our talented people as we know that their success means our collective success.

• Collaborative environment – we thrive on collaboration and are excited to welcome each of you to the team.

• Entrepreneurial Spirit - each of our facilities operates independently, allowing the local leadership and team to propose and implement site specific changes.

SUMMARY
The unitizer operator is responsible for all activities associated with operating the unitizer and corresponding equipment, including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operating the unitizer and corresponding equipment, including accurate placement of bands and stretch wrap in accordance with proper setup techniques.
• Ensure proper placement of unit tags and cover sheets and correct stacking patterns.
• Scan barcodes on units going through unitizer.
• Make neat units with proper number of bands on each unit.
• Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed.
• Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: Production Data, Machine
• Operational Status, Safety Data, Quality Data.
• Ensure unit quantities are correct.
• Pull excess scrap from units.
• Operate a forklift in a safe manner when necessary.
• Turn in maintenance orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
• Adheres to production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals.
• Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED.

Candidates are PREFERRED who offer the following:

• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.
• 6 months experience in the Press or Finishing Department.
• Prior work experience as a forklift operator.

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. 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.
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.

Sustainable Careers Start Here

At Pratt Industries, we innovate to create packaging solutions that protect and deliver the products people need doing it in a sustainable, responsible way. That’s who we are.

• Leading manufacturer of sustainable corrugated packaging solutions.
• Employer of more than 7,500 green-collar workers at facilities throughout the U.S.
• Recover more than 3 million tons of recyclable material.
• World’s largest privately-held manufacturer of 100% recycled containerboard.

Join the Wapak Corrugator Team!