2nd Shift Baler Operator

Pratt Industries, Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Eligible for benefits within 1 month

Medical, Dental, Vision and HSA

Company gain share bonus

Quarterly Bonuses

401K Matching Program

Job summary

Pratt Industries is seeking a 2nd Shift Baler Operator (Mon-Fri, 2pm–10pm) with overtime as needed. You will safely run the baler, ensure clean operation, and suggest improvements to processes. The role requires standing, lifting, and working around heavy machinery with a focus on accuracy and safety.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or GED, strong work ethic, and the ability to read factory instructions. A Lift Truck Operator License may be required. Benefits start after 1 month.

Qualifications

• Requires strong attention to detail and safety awareness in a manufacturing setting.
• Must be able to read and follow written instructions and production specs.
• High school diploma or GED and reliable work ethic are required.

Responsibilities

• Make good, neat bales.
• Operate hogger and hog up scrap.
• Maintain accurate bale reports.
• Operate forklift safely when needed.
• Submit maintenance work orders and participate in preventive upkeep.
• Adhere to company policies and safety standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Manual dexterity

Teamwork

Reading & following instructions

Physical stamina

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Lift Truck Operator License

Job description

Title : 2nd Shift Baler Operator (M-F, 2pm-10pm with OT as needed)

Reports to : Finishing Supervisor

Summary : Responsible for all activities associated with safely running the baler including operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Make good, neat bales
• Operate hogger and hog up all unusable paper and corrugated scrap
• Maintain accurate bale reports
• Operate a forklift in a safe manner when necessary
• 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
• Additional duties may be assigned by management

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong work ethic and able to self-motivate

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:

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  Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
• Product layouts and production specifications
• Product quality specifications
• Quality standards

Certificate and/or Licenses

• 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.

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  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 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.
• 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.

Performance Measurements

• Operating standards - the employee will need to meet or exceed the Operating Standards in the areas of quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction and productivity. Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the employee.
• Personal growth - while the company will provide the tools to assist the employee to grow professionally the responsibility for moving forward lies with the individual. Each year there will be goals developed and agreed to by the employee and his/her superior.
• Employee relations - through observations the employee will be evaluated regarding his/her behaviors associated with appropriate human interaction, respect and communication.
• Creativity - this will be evaluated by how active the employee is in participating in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas.

Additional Information

Eligible for benefits within 1 month of hire

Medical, Dental, Vision and HSA - Earn up to $1,200 just for walking!

$500 Annual Wellness Reimbursement

Company gain share bonus (paid out monthly)

Quarterly Bonuses

40 Hours of Vacation time granted after 6 months of employment

Positive safety and team culture

401K Matching Program

EEOC Statement

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

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