Unitizer Operator -2nd Shift
About The Position
The Unitizer Operator is responsible for operating a console that controls automatic strapping equipment to place strapping around units of corrugated paperboard products. This role is safety sensitive and requires the ability to work in a constant state of alertness and in a safe manner. The operator will observe stacks/units moving along a conveyor, identify product, and detect defective product. They will apply dunnage to product according to load tag specifications and use console buttons to strap units/stacks to predetermined specifications. The operator also controls the conveyor that transfers strapped units/stacks to storage or a delivery platform, stops equipment to clear jams, and informs supervisors of any equipment malfunctions. Record keeping of production and equipment performance may also be required. The position involves working in a production-based environment with moving equipment and people, and requires the ability to interact and communicate effectively with various roles.
Requirements
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Safety sensitive position - ability to work in a constant state of alertness and a safe manner
- Ability to work overtime and weekends as required based upon the needs of the business
- Ability to work on a rotating shift as needed
- Ability to effectively work in teams
- Ability to work in a production-based environment with moving equipment and people
- Ability to interact and communicate effectively with a wide variety of roles
- Ability to operate a forklift
- Ability to operate hand tools
Nice To Haves
- Industrial Truck Operator certificate desired
- Previous unitizer operator experience desired
- Previous automatic bander operator experience desired
Responsibilities
- Operate a console that controls automatic strapping equipment to place strapping around units of corrugated paperboard products.
- Read load tag specifications to determine arrangement of strapping around units of corrugated paperboard products.
- Observe stacks/units moving along conveyor to identify product and to detect defective product.
- Apply dunnage to product to follow the specifications on the load tags.
- Press console buttons to strap units/stacks to predetermined specifications.
- Control conveyor that transfers strapped units/stacks to storage or delivery platform.
- Stop equipment to clear jams.
- Inform supervisor of in the event of equipment malfunction.
- Keep records of production and equipment performance.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management/supervisors.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
