Assistant Machine Operator 1st Shift

Pratt Industries; Park City (KS); On-site; USD 22,162 - 31,564; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Day one paid holidays

Wellness reimbursement

Discounted gym memberships

Employee referral bonuses

Company paid life insurance

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Paid parental leave

Job summary

Pratt Industries is seeking an entry level Assistant Machine Operator in Park City, KS. You will train on converting machines, set up simple operations, and support the Converting team.

The role offers rapid growth, on-the-job learning, and a competitive benefits package starting day one. You’ll join a team focused on quality and efficiency in a fast-paced production environment.

Qualifications

• High school or equivalent (Required).
• Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
• Able to calculate percentages, measurements and similar quantities.

Responsibilities

• Set up slotting, feed, and die-cut sections on the machine as instructed.
• Assist the operator in other duties and learn machine operations.
• Monitor board quality and report defects to keep the line running.
• Cross-train on other machines to broaden skills and opportunities.
• Complete reports in a timely and accurate manner.
• Follow safety policies and maintain good housekeeping.

Skills

Reading tape measure

Basic math

Learning agility

Education

High school or equivalent

Job description

Entry level position starting at $19.50 per hour plus shift differential.

Assistant Machine Operator

Dept. Converting

Reports to: Converting Supervisor

Shift: 1st (6am-2pm)

Benefits

• Day one: Paid Holidays, $500 wellness reimbursement, discounted gym memberships and $500 employee referral bonuses.
• Full benefits package within ONE MONTH of hire. Including company paid life insurance.
• Three months: 401(k) with company matching and enrollment into attendance bonus program earning up to $1000 per year in bonuses.
• Six months: Paid time off.
• 12 months: $35,000 in tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing leave/parenting leave.
• Career Growth and opportunities for promotions. We hire from within!
• Competitive Salary - we pay for skills. The more you learn the more you earn.

Summary

Entry level position responsible for all activities associated with training as an operator on any converting machine.

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.
• Cross-train on other machines to advance in skills and positions.
• 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.

Education / Experience

• High school or equivalent (Required)
• Able to learn 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.

Language Skills

Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.

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.

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 and occasionally lift and/or move up to 60 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.