Unitizer Operator- 3rd Shift

prattexternalcareersite; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt in Fort Worth is seeking a Unitizer Operator for the 3rd shift to operate the unitizer and related equipment, including setup, cleanup, and adherence to safety and quality standards.

The role requires following the production schedule, recording data accurately, and contributing to efficiency improvements, with a Monday–Friday night shift and occasional Saturdays and overtime.

Qualifications

• Must have 6 months experience in the Press or Finishing Department or manufacturing.
• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.
• Forklift Operator certification preferred.
• Able to read and follow factory instructions.

Responsibilities

• Operate the unitizer and related equipment with proper setup techniques.
• Place bands and stretch wrap correctly on units.
• Scan barcodes and ensure correct unit tagging.
• Maintain accurate production and quality data reports.
• Operate forklift safely when needed.
• Follow the production schedule and suggest improvements.

Job description

Job Type:Full-time

Job Title:Unitizer Operator 3rd Shift

Schedule:Monday to Friday, 11:00 PM – 7:00 AM

Occasionally Saturdays and Overtime

SUMMARY

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 and 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

Candidates are PREFERRED who offer the following:

• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.
• 6 months experience in the Press or Finishing Department or manufacturing.
• Forklift Operator

LANGUAGE SKILL

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 and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 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.

IND-Fort Worth

Pratt is America's 5th largest corrugated packaging company and the world's largest, privately-held 100% recycled paper and packaging company, with more than 10,000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability.