Bander Operator Night Shift

Location

• Henderson Corrugator-0136
• POSITION TITLE: Bander Operator
• REPORTS TO: Shipping Supervisor
• 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.
• EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
• 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.
• LANGUAGE SKILLS
• 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