Bander Operator

Consider joining the Pennex family as a Bander Operator at our Wellsville, PA location.  The Bander Operator fastens plastic or metal bands around stacks, bundles, or palletized articles prior to 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.
• Operates hydraulic jack lift or truck to move articles before or after bundling.
• Cuts lumber or other reinforcing material and includes reinforcing material in bundle or nails lumber together to protect articles during storage or shipment.
• Stacks bundled articles on pallet by hand.
• Bands articles to pallet to secure articles for moving.
• Marks or stencils size of article, customer's name, order number, address, or other identifying data on visible portion of bundle or shipping ticket.
• Maintains a neat and orderly work area including general housekeeping of the work area upon completion of a repair.  Assists with general housekeeping of the Shipping area.
• Other duties as assigned.

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Education and/or Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent.

Language Skills

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers. 
• Ability to use measuring devices such as tape measures or rulers.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. 
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:  The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.  The employee is required to work a scheduled 12-hour shift.  The employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms and climb or balance. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.  The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Employee must be able to push bundles of metal that weigh in excess of 2,000# over rollers. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles, extreme heat and risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Perks of the Job: 

• Medical, dental and vision insurance 
• Disability and life insurance 
• 401(k) with robust matching contribution 
• Generous allotment of paid vacation and paid holidays 
• Competitive wages plus performance-based bonus opportunities 
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Ongoing training and professional development 
• Ample opportunity for career growth and advancement 
• Relocation package may be available 

Why Our People Love Working Here:

• Purpose-driven, friendly, open, and respectful culture 
• Shared core values of safety, integrity, caring, and growth 
• Tuition reimbursement 
• Employee discount program with hundreds of partner brands 
• Wellness incentive program 
• Regular employee celebrations and events 

Who We Are:

Founded nearly half a century ago, Pennex continues to see rapid growth as a leading provider of quality aluminum cast products and extrusions. With state-of-the-art technology and facilities across Ohio and Pennsylvania, we’re proud to offer the capabilities and expertise to cast billet, extrude custom shapes and fabricate finished components for customers across a range of markets - including automotive, transportation, building and construction, electrical and machinery, consumer durables and distribution.

But it’s not just what we do that sets us apart, it’s how we do it. Safety. Integrity. Caring. Growth. These core values are embodied by each member of our team; guiding every action we take and decision we make. Whether it’s driving innovation within our industry, making the impossible possible for our customers, providing a safe, respectful workplace for employees or supporting our local communities, our purpose is clear. We are dedicated to impacting our world in a positive way.  

If you are a like-minded individual with a strong ability to problem solve, collaborate and effectively communicate, Pennex may be the perfect place for you to grow your career. To learn more, please visit Pennex.com or check out other opportunities within the MX Holdings family of companies at MXHoldings.com.

Our Commitment to Inclusion: We welcome people of different backgrounds, abilities, and perspectives. To ensure our business and culture continue to be inclusive of all people, we never discriminate based on race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital status, veteran, or disability status. MX Holdings and our family of brands, including Metal Exchange and Pennex, are proud to be equal opportunity employers. Additionally, all your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Should you have any questions or require special assistance completing your application, please email pennexrecruiter@pennex.com.

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States and not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States.

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Confidentiality Agreement Required: Yes