Unitizer - 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.
• 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.

Requirements

• Prior work experience as a forklift operator (preferred)
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.
• Physical demands: regularly stand, walk, talk or hear; frequently use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; occasionally sit; regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds; specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Work environment: regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts; frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration; noise level usually loud.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Tuition reimbursement

Pay

$19.00 + shift differential

Schedule

3rd Shift: Sunday night – Friday Morning, 11:30 pm to 7:30 am (may be asked to come in early or stay late); weekend work may be required.