Load Former

Pratt Industries•Conyers, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Load Former operates equipment set up by the Stacker Operator to ensure finished bundles of corrugated sheets are stacked accurately and uniformly for the unitizer. The operator sets the bundler and delivery end according to the production run, follows company safety guidelines, reads production sheets, and identifies and promptly communicates quality defects to machine operators. The role includes quality checks using tools such as a micrometer and tape measure, ensuring load tags are accurate and finished units meet plant appearance requirements. Basic computer data entry and strong verbal and written communication are required. The employee may perform other job-related duties as assigned and must be able to work extended hours and weekends as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to read a tape measure up to a 1/16-inch variance, quickly and accurately.
Ability to calculate figures and amounts including percentages, measurements, volume, and rate, and apply high-school-level math concepts.
Ability to read and follow written, oral, or graphic instructions and use common-sense reasoning to address problems in standardized situations.
Working knowledge of equipment design and capabilities, product layouts and production specifications, product quality specifications, and quality standards.
Basic computer skills, including data entry.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Self-motivated, with a professional attitude and conduct.
Ability to work extended hours and weekends as needed, and in varying temperatures.
Pass a background check, drug screen, and physical.
May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.
Ability to meet the physical demands of the role, including standing, walking, repetitive twisting while moving and stacking boxes, and lifting or moving up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Vision abilities including close, distance, and color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.
Six months of experience as a Bundler.

Responsibilities

Operate load-forming equipment to stack finished corrugated-sheet bundles accurately and uniformly for the unitizer.
Set the bundler and delivery end according to the production run.
Follow company safety guidelines.
Read production sheets and factory masters and follow their instructions.
Identify quality defects quickly and communicate them immediately to machine operators.
Conduct quality checks using tools such as a micrometer and tape measure.
Ensure load tags are accurate and unit appearance meets plant requirements.
Perform basic computer data entry.
Perform other job-related duties as assigned.