1st Shift Machine Assistant

prattinternalcareersite; Lewisburg (WV); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday Pay Day 1

Up to 15% monthly incentive PAY

Insurance benefits start on the first

3 months: PAID holidays, and 401(k)

6 months: PAID vacation days

12 months: 100% tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Pratt Lewisburg Container is seeking an operator to run rotary die cutters, folder gluers, and flexo presses. You will set up, operate, and clean equipment while recommending process improvements to optimize quality and efficiency.

The role requires attention to detail, ability to read measurements, and a willingness to cross-train on multiple machines. This is a hands-on manufacturing position with safety and housekeeping emphasis.

Qualifications

• Able to read and follow factory instructions and masters.
• Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations (percentages, measurements, volume).

Responsibilities

• Monitor box quality for liner, warp, size, and print.
• Maximize equipment utilization by operating at capacity and speed.
• Cross train on other machines.
• Complete Production Data, Machine Status, Safety Data, and Quality Data reports.
• Submit maintenance work orders and support proactive upkeep.
• Adhere to the production schedule and suggest improvements.
• Comply with safety and housekeeping policies.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Skills

Reading instructions

Tape measure reading

Basic math

Tools

Rotary die cutters

Folder gluers

Flexo machines

Job description

Responsible for assisting in activities associated with running rotary die cutters, folder gluers, flexos and other converting machines including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor box quality, including, but not limited to loose liner, warp, correct size, and print.
• Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed.
• Cross train on other machines.
• 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 production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals. Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

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.

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. 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 and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 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

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. 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.

Perks of Pratt Lewisburg Container?

• Holiday Pay Day 1
• Up to 15% monthly incentive PAY
• Insurance benefits start on the first of the month following your date of hire
• 3 months: PAID holidays, and 401(k) with match
• 6 months: PAID vacation days
• 12 months: 100% tuition reimbursement available

Qualifications

Strong desire to learn and grow in our fast past environment.