Skip to main content
Tallo logoTallo logo

Fiber Yard Operator

Job

Pratt Industries, Inc.

Conyers, GA (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 2 days ago (Updated 1 day ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 6/25/2026

Apply for this opportunity

This job application is on an outside website. Be sure to review the job posting there to verify it's the same.

Review key factors to help you decide if the role fits your goals.
Pay Growth
?
out of 5
Not enough data
Not enough info to score pay or growth
Job Security
?
out of 5
Not enough data
Calculating job security score...
Total Score
45
out of 100
Average of individual scores

Were these scores useful?

Skill Insights

Compare your current skills to what this opportunity needs—we'll show you what you already have and what could strengthen your application.

Job Description

Perks of Pratt?

Eligible for insurance benefits within ONE Month of hire.

Jump on the path of a lifelong career! Click apply to start the process!
Job Type:
Full-time -
Salary Non-ExemptBenefits:
Participating Medical/Dental/Vision Plans401(k) Plan with Company MatchMill incentive
Program:
Earn up to 26.67% of monthly base pay each month (Paid Monthly)Disability insuranceEmployee assistance programDependent Flexible CareHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offParental leaveVision insuranceGeneral SummaryThe Fiber Yard Operator is responsible for staging the baled and loose raw materials for the paper mill. They will be operating intermittently Fork-Lifts, Front End Loaders, and/or Bobcat mobile equipment in a 24/7 operation working 12 hour shifts in a 4 shift rotational concept. They must be able to get on and off equipment regularly, understand inventory procedures, some basic computer skills, and be able to communicate clearly with the team and their supervisor. They must be able to read orders, possess basic mathematical skills, complete documentation, and be able to operate various types of small to medium sized industrial mobile equipment.

Essential Job Functions1) Mental Ability - The Fiber Yard Operator must be able to read orders and prepare reports legibly and properly. Must be able to communicate orally with all personnel in the plant.2) Physical Ability - The Fiber Yard Operator must be able to climb up onto various types of industrial equipment truck and be able to operate steering controls, hand levers, and/or two foot pedals. There could be occasional climbing up a ladder. They must have excellent depth perception to maneuver the equipment and raw materials around crowded areas with co-workers nearby. Must be able to frequently get on and off equipment and the use of hand tools, specifically cutting pliers, is required.3) Safety - It is plant policy to work in a safe manner. All Fiber Yard Operators must ensure guards are in place, follow lock-tag-try procedures, observe hazards such as nip points, and follow plant and department safety rules.

Physical DemandsWork is light difficulty, fast paced, physically demanding, and will be outside. Fiber Yard Operators must be able to operate a steering wheel, hydraulic levers, foot pedals, and a handheld scanner. Must be able to observe their immediate area for safe operation of mobile industrial equipment in crowded areas. Occasionally, they may be asked to maneuver items by hand and be able to lift up to 50lbs.

Education and/or Experience1) High School Graduate or GED Equivalent.2) Post-secondary educational degree (2 to 4 year degree from college, university, technical-school, military, vocational or other advanced educational institution) is highly preferred.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Requirements1)Drug testing/Screening, Background Checks, Physical exam, and Reference Checks2) Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (glasses, ear plugs, shoes, gloves, etc…)3) Demonstrates a proven record of learning aptitude4) Participate in ongoing educational certificate training program provided5) Housekeeping, including washing up, sweeping, and shoveling debris.6)Perform other tasks as required by Mill Management.

Pratt Industries is America's 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than 9,000 highly skilled green collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability. Pratt Industries is one of the largest corrugated packaging companies in America, with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than twenty states. The company operates several of the most modern, cost effective paper mills in the country, as well as a series of sheet and box plants strategically placed throughout the United States offering a wide range of creative packaging solutions. Pratt Industries is committed to recycling and the environment by harvesting the urban forest.

Pratt Industries offers competitive compensation plans with incentive opportunities, full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, paid holidays, and childbearing and parental leave.

Pratt Industries is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/V/D