Find Jobs
Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location
Machine Operator 2nd Shift
Career Insights for Manufacturing Machine Operator (General)
See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.
Scorecard
Based on Virginia data
Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?
What they do
A Manufacturing Machine Operator operates machinery used in a manufacturing facility, including a range of machines used for the production or transport of goods.
$37,787 / year median in Virginia
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Position:
Machine Operator
•
Folder Gluer, Flexo Press, Rotary Die Cutter, JumboShift:
2nd
Location:
Sandston, VAJob Type:
Full Time, HourlyPerks of Pratt:
Within 1
Month:
Eligible for insurance benefitsAt 3
Months:
401k with partial matchAt 6
Months:
Paid vacation days
Benefits:
401(k)Dental insuranceDisability insuranceEmployee assistance programFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insuranceParental leaveVision insuranceUnbox your career, click apply to start the process!
Job DescriptionOverview:
Responsible for all activities associated with running the folder gluer, including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.
Primary Responsibilities:
Accurate and efficient set-up of all folding and gluing operations of the machine in accordance with proper setup techniques.
Minimize waste of sheet stock and glue.
Properly operate machine to run efficiently and produce quality products.
Ensure diagonal and corrugator scores are broken when necessary.
Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed.
Assist in training all Post job positions.
Learn to run a variety of box styles.
Check the quality of boxes during the run, including: mis-slotted boxes, loose liner, misprints, and any other defects.
Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Quality Data.
Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
Adheres to the production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals. Reports any unusual scheduling issues to the Supervisor.
Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
Additional duties may be assigned by management.
Qualifications:
Must have experience in the manufacturing industry running a machine.
Experience in the corrugated industrypreferred.
Must be able to learn and assist in mechanical set up.
Must be able to help troubleshoot problems and assist in necessary repairs.
Must have a working knowledge of the following:
Current production softwareEquipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operationProduct layouts and production specificationsProduct quality specificationsQuality standards
Required Skills:
Strong communication skills, both written and verbalAble to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
Intermediate computer skillsStrong math/algebra skillsProblem solving and critical thinking
Educational Requirements:
High school diploma or GED.
Physical Demands:
The employee is regularly required to walk and talk and hear.
The employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
The employee is occasionally required to sit.
Vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment:
Work space is not climate controlled and can reach both hot and cold extremes (30 degrees
•110 degrees Fahrenheit).Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Performance Measurements:
Operating standards
•the employee will need to meet or exceed the Operating Standards in the areas of quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction and productivity. Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the employee.
Personal growth
•while the company will provide the tools to assist the employee to grow professionally the responsibility for moving forward lies with the individual. Each year there will be goals developed and agreed to by the employee and his/her superior.
Employee relations
•through observations the employee will be evaluated regarding his/her behaviors associated with appropriate human interaction, respect and communication.
Creativity
•this will be evaluated by how active the employee is in participating in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas.
Pratt Industries is America's 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than 7,500 highly skilled 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 a dozen states. The company operates three 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, FSA, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, and paid holidays.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Health Insurance