1st Assistant - 1st Shift

Pratt Industries; Hammond (LA); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Wellness reimbursement

Paid holidays from day one

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement at one year

Medical and dental package

Parental leave at one year

HSA program

Cell phone discount

Bonus incentives

Job summary

Pratt Industries, Hammond is seeking a 1st Assistant on 1st shift to support operators on production presses, assisting with setup, operation, cleanup, and process improvements. Responsibilities include monitoring material quality, ensuring safe operations, and helping optimize schedules to meet cost, quality, and service goals.

The position emphasizes safety and quality in a fast-paced environment, with opportunities for training and potential progression into operator roles.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 6 months of experience in a similar role in corrugating.
• Ability to use measuring tools and perform basic calculations.
• Basic troubleshooting to keep equipment running smoothly.
• Physical ability to stand and perform manual tasks.

Responsibilities

• Safety & quality focused; maintain safe working environment.
• Assist machine operator to ensure smooth machine operations.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and production area.
• Train and assist fellow team members, including operators and helpers.
• Meet production schedules and resolve challenges proactively.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Quality awareness

Team leadership

Troubleshooting

Measuring tools

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

1st Assistant – 1st Shift

Shift/Hours: Monday – Friday 5:00AM - 1:00PM

Starting Pay Rate: $17.00/hr

As 1st Assistant at Pratt Industries – Hammond, you will play a crucial role in supporting operators on production presses by assisting with setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements. You’ll be involved in monitoring the quality of the materials, ensuring safe and efficient operations, and helping optimize production schedules to meet cost, quality, and service goals. You’ll work in a fast-paced environment where safety and quality are top priorities.

Give and Get:

What You’ll Get:

• Insurance Benefits and wellness reimbursement within one month


• Paid holidays from day one and 401(k) with match at 3 months


• Tuition reimbursement at one year


• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, short-term disability and HSA


• Paid Childbearing/parental leave at one year


• Healthy Lifestyle program with up to $1,200 awarded each year to your HSA


• Employee Assistance Programs to help you manage your life at work and at home


• Safety and PPE Reimbursements


• Cell phone discount with 2 major providers


• Monthly incentive bonus if plant goals are met

What You’ll Give:

• A Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement


• Dedication to maintaining equipment and production area cleanliness


• Leadership in training and assisting fellow team members, including machine operators and helpers.


• Active participation in meeting production schedules and resolving challenges proactively

Key Duties and Success Factors:

• Safety & Compliance: Ensure a safe working environment by adhering to all safety protocols and maintaining good housekeeping.


• Quality Assurance: Monitor product quality, including board quality, and address any defects or issues that arise.


• Operational Efficiency: Assist the machine operator to ensure smooth machine operations, report any quality problems, and help optimize the production schedule.


• Training & Development: Cross-train on different machines and equipment as needed, with the potential to move into operator roles.


• Reporting & Maintenance: Complete reports in a timely manner and submit maintenance work orders for repairs as necessary.


• Flexibility & Teamwork: Work collaboratively with others to meet production goals and adapt to changing needs


• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

What You’ll Need to be Successful:

• Experience: High school diploma or GED preferred. Candidates with prior experience in the Corrugating industry and 6 months’ experience in a similar role are


• Basic Troubleshooting: Identifying and resolving minor malfunctions to keep equipment running efficiently.


• Skills: Strong understanding of equipment design, quality standards, and product specifications. Ability to use measuring tools and perform calculations for various metrics.


• Physical Requirements: Ability to stand, walk, and perform other physical tasks. Specific vision abilities required for the job.


• Certifications: Lift Truck Operator License may be required.

Pratt Industries provides equal employment (and affirmative action) opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veterans status, or disability.