Bander Operator 3rd Shift

Pratt Industries•Valparaiso, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for all activities associated with operating the bander and corresponding equipment, including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

Requirements

Operating the bander and corresponding equipment
Accurate placement of bands and stretch-wrap
Proper setup techniques
Ensure proper placement of unit tags and cover sheets
Correct stacking patterns
Scan barcodes on units
Make neat units with the proper number of bands
Maximize equipment utilization
Operate machinery at available capacity and speed
Complete necessary reports accurately and timely
Ensure unit quantities are correct
Pull excess scrap from units
Operate a forklift in a safe manner
Turn in maintenance orders for needed repairs
Be proactive in equipment maintenance
Adhere to the production schedule
Comply with all company policies and procedures
Maintain good housekeeping

Nice To Haves

Recommending improvements to operations
Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality, and service goals.

Responsibilities

Operating the bander and corresponding equipment, including the 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 the bander.
Make neat units with the 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, and 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 the 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.