1st Shift Machine Helper — Grow in Production Ops

Pratt Industries; Bristol (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with partial match

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Life insurance

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Bristol, TN is seeking a Machine Helper for the 1st shift. The role supports the operator, assists in machine setup and production, and ensures orders are completed to spec. The job is full-time and hourly, with focus on safety and efficiency.

Candidates should have basic math and computer skills, willingness to learn, and the ability to work in a manual manufacturing setting. Benefits are offered after probation, and the team emphasizes teamwork and reliability.

Qualifications

• Must be able to assist the operator in completing the mechanical set up.
• Must learn to operate feed, print, die cutting and delivery sections of the machine.
• Willing to be trained as an operator for vacations, sickness, etc.
• Reasonable knowledge of current production software.

Responsibilities

• Follow and ensure crew adhere to safe work policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe and clean work area.
• Assist in proper machine setup and running.
• Ensure orders meet specifications.
• Maintain production rates.
• Complete paperwork and data entry.
• Assist in training crew members.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Strong communication

Intermediate computer skills

Math/Algebra

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Pratt Industries in Bristol, TN is seeking a Machine Helper for the 1st shift. The role supports the operator, assists in machine setup and production, and ensures orders are completed to spec. The job is full-time and hourly, with focus on safety and efficiency.

Candidates should have basic math and computer skills, willingness to learn, and the ability to work in a manual manufacturing setting. Benefits are offered after probation, and the team emphasizes teamwork and reliability.