Clamp Truck Operator-1st Shift

Pratt Industries•Fort Worth, TX

11h

About The Position

The Clamp Truck Operator is responsible for safely operating and caring for the clamp truck and supporting corrugator operations. The role includes transporting and tracking paper rolls, unloading deliveries, inspecting equipment and materials, maintaining warehouse organization, and assisting with production activities. The operator also performs starch-related tasks, monitors chemical and starch inventory, and maintains the wastewater treatment facility. The position requires a high school diploma or GED and a current Lift Truck/Clamp Truck Operator License.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Current Lift Truck/Clamp Truck Operator License.
Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
Able to read a tape measure quickly and accurately.
Able to calculate percentages, measurements, volume, and rate, and apply high school math concepts.
Able to use common-sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or graphic instructions.
Able to address problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations.
Working knowledge of equipment design and capabilities, product layouts and production specifications, product quality specifications, and quality standards.

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.
Prior industrial power truck or heavy equipment operating experience.
Six months of experience on the wet end of the corrugator.

Responsibilities

Take paper rolls to the corrugator, taking butt rolls first, and record rolls on the appropriate forms.
Learn to read corrugator lineups.
Mark butt rolls with size, diameter, lineal footage, and grade before returning them to stock.
Unload rolls from trailers and/or rail cars and note any physical damage.
Operate the clamp truck safely.
Complete a clamp truck inspection report at the beginning of each shift and submit maintenance work orders for needed repairs.
Keep the warehouse organized and clean.
Submit roll stock tallies to the corrugator supervisor or Scheduling Department.
Operate machinery at available capacity and speed to maximize equipment utilization.
Follow the daily production schedule and recommend schedule optimizations to meet cost, quality, delivery, and service goals.
Assist the corrugator operator as directed by supervision.
Make starch as needed according to company formula.
Check viscosities on the corrugator and at the starch station as necessary.
Accurately record the daily starch checklist.
Maintain the wastewater treatment facility.
Monitor starch and chemical inventory levels.
Read related MSDS and learn appropriate responses to emergency chemical spills or skin contact.
Assist with wet-end training of doublebacker and dry-end personnel.
Comply with company policies and procedures, including safety and housekeeping requirements.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.