Bander Operator 1st Shift

About the role

This position is responsible for all setup and operation of machines in the designated department.

Responsibilities

• Secure proper cover sheets, tie sheets, and load tags for production runs.
• Set up bundler, hold down arm, load former, and delivery end of machine accurately in accordance with proper setup techniques.
• Stack finished product in accordance with factory master.
• Ensure each unit has proper top and bottom cover sheets, tie sheets, and load tags.
• Ensure correct materials are used to meet customer specifications.
• Monitor quality and report quality problems to Operator.
• Ensure correct bundle and unit counts.
• Report final count of piece unit to operator.
• Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner.
• Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs.
• Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
• Meet all company safety policies and report any concerns related to required maintenance of machines.
• Perform special projects as business dictates.
• Duties may be expanded upon and additional duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Must be 18 years of age.
• Knowledge of design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
• Manufacturing experience in the corrugated industry preferred.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule.
• Ability to follow detailed instructions including reading a tape measure and blueprints.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Team-oriented and self-directed.

Physical Demands

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, and use hands to handle or feel.
• The employee frequently is required to talk or hear.
• The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms.
• 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 include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• The noise level in the work environment can be loud at times.
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and vibrations.