1st Shift 1st Assistant

prattinternalcareersite; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Tulsa, OK is seeking a motivated 1st Assistant to help operators on presses, perform setup, run quality checks, and keep production on schedule. You will learn fast and grow with a leading packaging company.

Requirements include a High School diploma or GED; prior corrugated industry exposure is preferred. The role offers comprehensive benefits, 401(k) with match, paid leave, and growth opportunities through hands-on training.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior corrugated industry experience preferred.
• 6 months’ Flexo/DieCut Helper experience.
• 6 months’ experience in the Press and Finishing Departments.

Responsibilities

• Set up slotting, feed, and die cut sections on machine accurately.
• Assist operator in other duties.
• Monitor board quality, including - loose liner, warp, dimensions, caliper, and report quality problems to the operator.
• Turn in maintenance work orders and keep equipment in good condition.
• Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner.
• Be willing to move up the line of progression to operator regardless of shift.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, safety and housekeeping.
• Help adhere to production schedule and suggest improvements to meet goals.

Skills

Strong desire 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

• 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.

Pratt Industries is America's 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than 10,000 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