Bander Operator

Position Title

Bander Operator

2nd & 3rd

Conyers Millugator

$18.00 hourly

Full-time

• Insurance benefits within ONE MONTH of hire
• 3 Months: 401K with partial match
• 6 Months:
  Paid vacation days
• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Bander Operator are responsible for all activities associated with operating the unitizer and corresponding equipment, including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

• 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.

High school diploma or GED.

• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.
• 6 months experience in the Press or Finishing Department.
• Prior work experience as a forklift operator.

Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.

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.

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.

• Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
• Product layouts and production specifications.
• Product quality specifications.
• Quality standards.

May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.

Regularly required to stand, walk, talk or hear. Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Occasionally required to sit. Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration. Noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

• Operating standards – need to meet or exceed in quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction, and productivity.
• Personal growth – goals developed and agreed to annually.
• Employee relations – evaluated for respectful human interaction and communication.
• Creativity – evaluated by participation in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas.