Bander Operator at Pratt Industries

Statesville, North Carolina, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

31 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Bander Operation, Equipment Setup, Production Reporting, Quality Control, Safety Compliance, Mathematical Skills, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail, Mechanical Knowledge, Teamwork, Time Management, Communication, Housekeeping, Maintenance, Barcode Scanning, Stacking Patterns

Industry

Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

Description

BANDER Statesville Responsible for all activities associated with operating the bander and corresponding equipment, including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Operating the bander 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 bander. 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. 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. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or GED. Candidates are PREFERRED who offer the following: Prior work experience in the corrugated industry. LANGUAGE SKILLS Bander Statesville Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS 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. REASONING ABILITY 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. TECHNICAL SKILLS 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 PHYSICAL DEMANDS 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. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. WORK ENVIRONMENT 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. Pratt Industries provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. Qualifications Pratt Industries is America's 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than 9,000 highly skilled green collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability. Pratt Industries is one of the largest corrugated packaging companies in America, with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than twenty states. The company operates several of the most modern, cost effective paper mills in the country, as well as a series of sheet and box plants strategically placed throughout the United States offering a wide range of creative packaging solutions. Pratt Industries is committed to recycling and the environment by harvesting the urban forest. Pratt Industries offers competitive compensation plans with incentive opportunities, full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, paid holidays, and childbearing and parental leave. Pratt Industries is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.

Responsibilities

The Bander Operator is responsible for operating the bander and related equipment, ensuring accurate placement of bands and tags, and maximizing equipment utilization. Additional duties include completing production reports and maintaining equipment.