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Pratt Industries, Inc.

Assistant Machine Operator

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A Manufacturing Machine Operator operates machinery used in a manufacturing facility, including a range of machines used for the production or transport of goods.

$38,602 / year median in Pennsylvania

-3% projected decline

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Job Description

Pratt is America's 4th largest corrugated packaging company and the world's largest, privately-held producer of 100% recycled containerboard, with more than 9000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability.

Pratt was founded in the USA more than 30 years ago and, since then, has shown dramatic growth with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than 27 states.

So what are the Perks of working at Pratt?401(k) & 401(k) matchingHealth insurance
  • 1stof the month after you startedDental insurance
  • 1stof the month after you startedVision insurance
  • 1stof the month after you startedPaid Holidays
  • Eligiable day 1Disability insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offParental leave
POSITION
ASSISTANT
MACHINE OPERATORHOURLY WAGE
$19.80 + SHIFT
DIFFERENTIAL
Responsible for all activities associated with helping operators on all presses including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Set-up slotting, feed, and die cut sections on machine accurately in accordance with proper setup techniques.
Assist operator in other duties.

Monitor board quality, including
  • loose liner, warp, dimensions, caliper, and any other defects.
Report any quality problems to the operator and sort as necessary to keep the machine running.

Work at pace set by the machine operator.

Cross-train on other machines as necessary.

Be willing to move up the line of progression to operator regardless of shift.

Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner.

Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.

Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.

Helps operators adhere to production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals. Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.

Additional duties may be assigned by management.

EDUCATION and/or
EXPERIENCE
High school diploma or GED.Candidates are
PREFERRED
who offer the following:

Prior work experience in the corrugated industry6 months' experience as a Flexo or DieCut Helper6 months' experience in the
Press and Finishing DepartmentsLanguage Skills:
Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
MATHEMATICAL
SKILLSAble 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.
REASONING
ABILITYAbility 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.
TECHNICAL
SKILLSThe individual must have a working knowledge of the following:

Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.

Product layouts and production specifications.

Product quality specifications.

Quality standards.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONSMay be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear.
The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 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 wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/VeteransPratt is America's 4th largest corrugated packaging company and the world's largest, privately-held producer of 100% recycled containerboard, with more than 9000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability.

Pratt was founded in the USA more than 30 years ago and, since then, has shown dramatic growth with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than 27 states.

So what are the Perks of working at Pratt?401(k) & 401(k) matchingHealth insurance
  • 1stof the month after you startedDental insurance
  • 1stof the month after you startedVision insurance
  • 1stof the month after you startedPaid Holidays
  • Eligiable day 1Disability insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offParental leave