Assistant Machine Operator-3rd Shift

Pratt Industries, Inc.; Fort Worth (TX); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Industries, Inc. in Fort Worth seeks an entry-level helper to safely assist operating production machines, including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to meet customer demand.

The role emphasizes following GMPs and Pratt safety rules, aiding the Machine Operator to maximize output, and maintaining clean work areas with potential cross-training on other machines. OT as needed, reports accurate data.

Qualifications

• GED or High School Diploma required.
• Previous experience in a packaging environment preferred.
• Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
• Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy; basic math skills.

Responsibilities

• Safely assist with setting up, operating, cleaning and improving production machines to meet customer demand.
• Follow GMPs and Pratt Industries safety rules.
• Assist the Machine Operator to maximize equipment utilization.
• Improve setup times and reduce downtime; report mechanical concerns.
• Maintain clean and safe work areas and report hazards.
• Cross-train on other machines and learn additional plant duties.
• Complete production data, machine status, safety and quality reports accurately.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Math basics

Safety awareness

Quality consciousness

Education

GED or High School Diploma

Tools

Lift Truck Operator License

Job description

Responsible for all activities associated with safely assisting operating production machines including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations to meet customer demand.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Work safely at all times, be aware of surroundings and understand and comply with Pratt Industries Safety rules, operating procedures, and help hold co-workers responsible for safety related items. Participate in Plant Safety Committee.
• Follow at all times GMPs (Good Manufacturing Processes)
• Will be responsible for assisting the Machine Operator, maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed.
• Improve set up times daily, improve downtime daily. Identify and address mechanical concerns and report to Production Supervisor or Production Manager
• Housekeeping and cleaning of work areas – keep clean and free of tripping hazards during shift and end of shift cleaning of the area. In addition, good housekeeping of areas employee utilizes; break rooms, bathrooms, refrigerators etc.
• Learn and understand assisting the Machine Operator with the capability and capacity of machine and drive efficiencies limiting waste and downtime. Do not sacrifice quality for machine speeds – must have both excellent quality and high efficiencies with minimal downtime.
• Cross-train on other machines and learns other positions in the plant.
• Assist Machine Operator with completing 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 order requests to supervision for needed repairs on the machine or machines. Be proactive in the maintenance and housekeeping of equipment.
• Switch duties with co-workers as necessary. Learning environment to learn as many job duties to assist with plant growth and personal and professional growth opportunities.
• Must be able to work overtime as necessary, sometimes on short notice.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

EXPERIENCE

• GED or High School Diploma Required
• Previous experience in a packaging environment preferred.

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:

• 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.

Additional Information

Pratt is America's 5th largest corrugated packaging company and the world's largest, privately-held 100% recycled paper and packaging company, with more than 6000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability.

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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