1st Shift 1st Assistant

Pratt Industries, Inc.; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Parental leave

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Flexible spending account

Job summary

Pratt Industries is looking for an entry-level 1st Assistant to support operators on presses, setup, operation and cleanup. You will help ensure quality boxes and follow safety standards in a fast-paced production area.

Responsibilities include assisting with setup, monitoring quality, reporting issues, and participating in maintenance tasks. Prior corrugated industry exposure is a plus, with opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist operators on all presses including setup, operation and cleanup.
• Monitor board quality and report defects to keep the machine running smoothly.
• Turn in maintenance work orders and be proactive in equipment upkeep.
• Be willing to move up to operator roles as progression allows.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Job description

Perks of Pratt?

Upon Hire - Holiday Pay & Monthly Incentive

• Insurance benefits within ONE MONTH of hire
• 3 Months: 401k with partial match
• 6 months: PAID vacation days

Qualifications? Only two things:

• 1. High School Diploma/GED
• 2. Strong desire to learn and grow in a state-of-the-art, fast-paced environment

What do 1st Assistants do at Pratt Industries?

Our 1st Assistants work with the helper and Operator to ensure exceptional quality boxes are being made.. What kind of boxes do we make? All kinds!! Home Depot, Black & Decker, Amazon, Fruit of the Earth, and so many more!!

Jump on the path of a lifelong career!

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Free Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

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.

Requirements

Job Requirements

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED.

Candidates are PREFERRED who offer the following:

Prior work experience in the corrugated industry

6 months’ experience as a Flexo or DieCut Helper

6 months’ experience in the Press and Finishing Departments

Language Skills:

Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Able 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 ABILITY

Ability 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 SKILLS

The 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, REGISTRATIONS

May 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.

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.