Unitizer Operator

Batavia Container, Inc.; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) company match

PTO

Job summary

Batavia Container, Inc. is seeking a Unitizer Operator on the 2nd shift to safely operate unitizing equipment, compress and strap finished products, and ensure loads are secure for shipment.

Responsibilities include setting tensions, loading sheets, verifying tags, and maintaining documentation while meeting customer specifications. Qualifications include a high school education or equivalent, basic mechanical and math skills, and a strong safety mindset.

Qualifications

• Basic mechanical and math skills required.
• Attention to detail, ability to read and proofread.
• Safety-conscious with knowledge of PPE rules.

Responsibilities

• Operate unitizer/strapper to bundle and secure boxes.
• Monitor compression and strap tension to protect loads.
• Place bottom/top sheets to meet specs.
• Verify load tags against product and schedule.
• Change coils and thread machine to stay running.
• Inspect loads for squareness and alignment.
• Troubleshoot minor jams and clear safely.
• Follow safety policies and document machine data.
• Complete daily checklists and report issues.
• Maintain housekeeping and safe work area.

Skills

Basic mechanical skills

Proofreading

Math skills

Customer service focus

Follow precise instructions

Documentation skills

Safety awareness

Corrugated industry knowledge

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Louis Bork - Batavia, IL 60510, Salary Range: $18.00 - $22.00 Hourly, Job Shift: 2nd, Description: Unitizer Operator

Purpose: Responsible for safely and efficiently operating unitizing equipment to compress, strap, and secure finished product for shipment.

Reports to: Production Supervisor

Conditions

• Work in a production floor setting.
• Long periods of standing required.
• Lift up to 50 lbs.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate unitizer/strapper machinery to bundle and secure corrugated boxes.
• Monitor compression settings and strap tension to ensure load stability without damaging the product.
• Place bottom sheets (dunnage) and top sheets/tier sheets manually or monitor automatic insertion to meet customer specifications.
• Verify that load tags match the physical product and production schedule requirements.
• Change strapping coils and thread the machine as needed to maintain continuous operation.
• Inspect outgoing loads to ensure they are square and properly aligned.
• Troubleshoot minor machine malfunctions and clear jams safely.
• Adhere to documented policies and procedures defining safe and proper operation of equipment, as well as the safety concerns of people, product, materials and facilities.
• Accurately complete required documentation as well as daily checklists for machine operation characteristics.
• Identify problems with job related equipment.
• Verify and maintain good housekeeping procedures to ensure a safe and clean work environment.
• Perform daily equipment checks.
• Ensure that product is prepared in a safe, stable and efficient manner.
• Identify potential or existing non-conforming conditions or material.
• Support and adhere to required, documented and defined procedures and work instructions including, but not limited to: food safety programs, OSHA regulations and PPE as designated.
• Perform all other duties as assigned by Management.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Basic mechanical skills.
• Basic proof-reading and math skills.
• Customer service driven and focused.
• Participate in requested or required training.
• Follow precise instructions.
• Maintain excellent documentation skills.
• Maintain knowledge of safety measures needed for machine operation.
• Develop corrugated industry knowledge.
• High school education or equivalent, previous corrugated experience preferred.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vison
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) company match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)