Bander Operator 3rd Shift

Responsibilities

• Operating the unitizer and corresponding equipment, including accurate placement of bands and stretchwrap 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.
• Adequately adhere to production schedule.
• Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals.
• Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.

Requirements

• 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.

Qualifications

• Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
• 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.

Skills

• Working knowledge of equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
• Working knowledge of product layouts and production specifications.
• Working knowledge of product quality specifications.
• Working knowledge of quality standards.

Benefits

• Paid Holidays
• $500 wellness reimbursement
• Steel toe shoe reimbursement
• Discounted gym memberships
• $500 employee referral bonuses
• Full benefits package within ONE MONTH of hire.
• Including company paid life insurance.
• Three months: 401(k) with company matching and enrollment into attendance bonus program earning up to $1000 per year in bonuses.
• Six months: Paid time off.
• 12 months: $35,000 in tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing leave/parenting leave.
• Career Growth and opportunities for promotions.
• We hire from within!
• Competitive Salary - we pay for skills.

Pay

• Starting rate $20.60 an hour plus shift differential.

Schedule

• Shift: 3RD (10PM-6AM).