Unitizer Operator: Efficient, Safe Packaging Specialist

prattinternalcareersite; Warner Robins (GA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Paid holidays from day one

401(k) with match at 3 months

Paid vacation at 6 months

Tuition reimbursement at one year

HDHP with HSA

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Warner Robins, GA, is seeking a unitizer operator to run the unitizer and related equipment. You will ensure proper banding, tagging, scanning, and orderly stacking of units while maintaining quality and production standards.

The role requires using forklift equipment safely, completing daily reports, and adhering to the production schedule. Relevant experience in corrugated packaging and forklift operation is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Preferred: prior work in the corrugated industry.
• Six months experience in the press or finishing department is preferred.
• Prior forklift operator experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate the unitizer and related equipment per setup techniques.
• Ensure proper placement of unit tags and cover sheets and correct stacking patterns.
• Scan barcodes on units going through the unitizer.
• Make neat units with proper number of bands on each unit.
• Maximize equipment utilization by running at available capacity and speed.
• Complete accurate reports (Production Data, Machine Status, Safety Data, Quality Data).
• Ensure unit quantities are correct.
• Pull excess scrap from units.
• Operate a forklift safely when needed.
• Turn in maintenance orders for needed repairs and proactively maintain equipment.
• Follow production schedule and suggest improvements to meet cost, quality and service goals.
• Comply with all company policies and maintain good housekeeping.

Skills

Forklift operation

Reading instructions

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lift Truck Operator License

Job description

Pratt Industries in Warner Robins, GA, is seeking a unitizer operator to run the unitizer and related equipment. You will ensure proper banding, tagging, scanning, and orderly stacking of units while maintaining quality and production standards.

The role requires using forklift equipment safely, completing daily reports, and adhering to the production schedule. Relevant experience in corrugated packaging and forklift operation is preferred.