Unitizer Operator

Pratt Industries, Inc.; Rock Hill (SC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Industries, Inc. in Rock Hill, SC is seeking a Unitizer Operator to run the unitizer and related equipment, ensuring proper banding, tagging, stacking, and safety. You will maximize throughput, complete production and quality reports, and support maintenance requests.

A high school diploma or GED is required; forklift experience and corrugated industry exposure are preferred. This full-time role offers competitive benefits and an opportunity to contribute to our sustainable packaging

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Operate the unitizer and related equipment with proper setup.
• Ensure correct placement of bands, tags, and cover sheets; verify stacking patterns.
• Scan barcodes on units going through the unitizer.
• Produce neat units with the correct number of bands.
• Maximize equipment utilization by maintaining pace and capacity.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Join Us as a Unitizer Operator in Rock Hill, SC

At Pratt Industries, every role is integral to our mission of providing exceptional sustainable packaging. As a Unitizer Operator, your contributions will harmoniously align with our vision to become the leading provider of eco-friendly solutions. Your keen attention to detail will ensure precision in operating equipment, thus supporting our commitment to sustainability and excellence.

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 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.

Additional Information

Pratt Industries is America's 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than 10,000 highly skilled green collar 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 twenty states. The company operates several 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, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, paid holidays, and childbearing and parental leave.

EEOC Statement

Pratt Industries provides equal employment 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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