Unitizer Operator

Batavia-Container-Inc; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401(k) company match

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Job summary

Batavia-Container-Inc is seeking a Unitizer Operator to safely and efficiently operate unitizing equipment that compresses, straps, and secures finished product for shipment. The role requires standing for long periods, lifting up to 50 lbs, and adherence to safety and quality policies.

You will perform daily equipment checks, maintain accurate production documentation, and troubleshoot minor issues while ensuring loads are square and compliant with customer specs.

Qualifications

• Must have basic mechanical skills and the ability to read measurements and interpret simple schematics.
• Proficiency in proofreading and basic math to ensure accuracy in documentation and logs.
• Customer service orientation and ability to follow precise written and verbal instructions.
• Strong commitment to safety and to maintaining clean, organized work areas.

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 safety concerns of people, product, materials and facilities.
• Identify problems with job related equipment and perform daily equipment checks.

Skills

Basic mechanical skills

Basic proofreading and math skills

Customer service driven

Follow precise instructions

Maintain documentation

Safety awareness for machine operation

Corrugated industry knowledge

Education

High school education or equivalent

Job description

Description: Unitizer OperatorPurpose: Responsible for safely and efficiently operating unitizing equipment to compress, strap, and secure finished product for shipment.Reports to: Production SupervisorConditions: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.Batavia Container offers a competitive benefits package which includes the following:MedicalDentalVisonLife Insurance401(k) company matchPaid Time Off (PTO)