Clamp Truck Operator - 2nd Shift

Pratt Industries, Inc.; Cedar Hill (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits

Paid holidays

401(k) with match

Tuition reimbursement

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

HSA

Parental leave

Healthy lifestyle program

Cell phone discount

Monthly incentive bonus

Safety PPE reimbursements

Job summary

Pratt Industries, Inc. in Cedar Hill, TX, is hiring a Clamp Truck Operator for the 2nd shift (2:00PM–10:00PM, Monday to Friday). You will operate the clamp truck, unload rolls, and support production with safety and quality.

A high school diploma or GED is required, with 6 months of related experience and a Lift Truck/Clamp Truck Operator License. We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental, 401(k) with match, tuition reimbursement, paid holidays, and other employee

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior experience in converting or industrial setting preferred (6 months+).
• Must hold a Lift Truck/Clamp Truck Operator License.

Responsibilities

• Operate clamp truck safely and complete daily inspections.
• Unload rolls, assist the conversion operator, and meet production schedules.
• Mark rolls with size, diameter, footage, and grade; note any damage.
• Maintain clean work area and report maintenance needs.
• Participate in training and safety programs.

Skills

Clamp truck operation

Safety awareness

Reading measurements

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lift Truck License

Job description

Clamp Truck Operator – 2nd Shift

Shift/Hours: 2:00PM – 10:00PM Monday – Friday

Pay Rate: $20/ hr.

In General Utility at Pratt Industries – Cedar Hill, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of production machinery. This position involves a variety of tasks, including machine setup, operation, cleanup, and troubleshooting, with a focus on safety, meeting customer demand and maintaining high-quality standards. You’ll work in a fast-paced environment, constantly striving for improvements in equipment efficiency while ensuring safety and cleanliness in your work area.

Give and Get:

What You’ll Get:

• Insurance Benefits and wellness reimbursement within one month
• Paid holidays from day one and 401(k) with match at 3 months
• Tuition reimbursement at one year
• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, short-term disability and HSA
• Paid Childbearing/parental leave at one year
• Healthy Lifestyle program with up to $1,200 awarded each year to your HSA
• Employee Assistance Programs to help you manage your life at work and at home
• Safety and PPE Reimbursements
• Cell phone discount with 2 major providers
• Monthly incentive bonus if plant goals are met

What You’ll Give:

• A Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
• Dedication to maintaining equipment and production area cleanliness
• Leadership in training and assisting fellow team members, including machine operators and helpers.
• Active participation in meeting production schedules and resolving challenges proactively.

Key Duties and Success Factors:

• Safety & Compliance: Operate the clamp truck in a safe manner, complete daily inspection reports, maintain a clean and organized work area, and follow all company policies. Learn proper response for emergency chemical spills or skin contact.
• Quality Assurance: Accurately mark buttrolls with size, diameter, lineal footage, and grade. Check for and note any physical damage to rolls when unloading.
• Operational Efficiency: Unload rolls from trailers and rail cars, adhere to the daily production schedule, and assist the conversion operator as instructed. Turn in roll stock tallies to the appropriate department.
• Training & Development: Learn to read converting lineups, make starch as needed per company formula, and assist in the wet end training of other personnel.
• Reporting & Maintenance: Complete clamp truck inspection reports at the beginning of each shift and turn in maintenance work orders. Monitor inventory levels of starch and chemicals, and maintain the wastewater treatment facility.
• Flexibility & Teamwork: Be flexible to assist with various duties as assigned by management, including supporting the conversion operator and other personnel.

What You’ll Need to be Successful:

• Experience: A high school diploma or GED is required. The company prefers candidates with prior work experience in the converting industry, previous industrial power truck or heavy equipment operating experience, or at least 6 months of relevant experience.
• Skills: Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters. Must be able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy and calculate figures like percentages, volume, and rate. You should be able to apply common sense to solve problems in a standardized situation.
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to regularly lift and move up to 50 pounds and occasionally up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities are required, including close vision, distance vision, color vision, and depth perception.
• Certifications: A current Lift Truck/Clamp Truck Operator License is required.

Take Action and Unbox your Potential – Next Steps:

Ready to join a team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement? If you’re looking to grow your career in a dynamic environment We are excited to see how you can contribute to our success and help take Pratt Industries to the next level.

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