Unitizer Operator

  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. 

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. 

High school diploma or GED.

 Candidates are PREFERRED who offer the following:

Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.

6 months experience in the Press or Finishing Department.

Prior work experience as a forklift operator. 

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. 

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 

May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License. 

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.  Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Candidate must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. 

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.

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.

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