Bander

2929 Roeder Avenue near Seaview Avenue, Bellingham WA

Description

Mt Baker Products, Inc. is now hiring for a full time Bander on day shift (5:00 am to 2:00 pm, M-F, with overtime potential) at its Bellingham plywood mill. This role will be responsible for fastening plastic or metal bands around stacks, bundles, or palletized articles prior to storage or shipment. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Counts number of articles to be banded to verify number specified on work order. • Unwinds plastic or metal banding material from reel; wraps band around stack or bundle; inserts loose end of banding material into strapping tool; and cinches and crimps banding material and clamp with strapping tool to secure articles during storage or shipment. • Counts and records number of banded bundles. • Stacks bundled articles on pallet by hand. • Bands articles to pallet to secure articles for moving. • Works cooperatively as part of a team. • Works safely and wears assigned PPE. • Other duties, as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS/SKILLS NEEDED: • Must be at least 18 years of age. • HS diploma/GED required. • Must be able to read and understand written instructions, work orders, safety guidelines and company policies. • Must be able to perform basic math functions to count by whole numbers. • Ability to perform basic functions on computer; prior use of warehouse computer program is helpful. • Ability to take supervisory direction and work cooperatively as part of a team. • Ability to wear assigned PPE and follow safety rules. • Ability to stand for long periods of time. • Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs on a regular basis. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee will occasionally be required to lift up to 60 lbs. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms, talk, and hear. The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee will be working near loud machines and mechanical equipment. The temperature may vary from cold to hot, depending on season. The employee will be walking, standing and engaging in movement throughout the day. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) must be worn. Mt Baker Products offers medical, dental, vision, life and 401k plans, as well as paid time off and paid holidays. Apply online or stop by our offices at 2929 Roeder Ave., Bellingham, to fill out an application.