Clamp Truck Operator

Summary

Responsible for all activities associated with safely operating and caring for the clamp truck.

• Take rolls of paper to the corrugator, always taking buttrolls first, and record all rolls taken to the corrugator on the proper forms.
• Learn to read corrugator lineups.
• Mark buttrolls as to the size, diameter, lineal footage, and grade before returning to stock.
• Unload rolls from trailers and/or rail cars. Check for and note any physical damage to the rolls.
• Operate the clamp truck in a safe manner.
• Complete clamp truck inspection report at the beginning of each shift and turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs.
• Keep warehouse organized and clean.
• Turn in roll stock tallies to the corrugator supervisor or Scheduling Department.
• Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed.
• Adheres to daily production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality, delivery and service goals.
• Assist the corrugator operator as instructed by supervision.
• Make starch as needed per company formula.
• Check viscosities on corrugator and at starch station as necessary.
• Accurately record daily starch checklist.
• Maintain the waste water treatment facility.
• Monitor inventory levels of starch and chemicals.
• Read related MSDS and learn proper response for emergency chemical spills or skin contact.
• Assist in the wet end training of the double backer and dry end personnel.
• 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.
• Prior industrial power truck or heavy equipment operating experience.
• 6 months experience on the wet end of the corrugator.