Dry End Machine Operator

Pratt Industries, Inc.; Hebron Estates (KY); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Industries, a leader in sustainable packaging, seeks a Wet End Operator in Hebron Estates, KY. You will operate to maximize production quality and support safety protocols.

Qualifications include a High School diploma or GED and a preference for manufacturing experience in packaging. This role requires the ability to read and follow factory master instructions and willingness to work overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Prior packaging/ manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to read and follow written procedures.

Responsibilities

• Operate to produce the highest level of production and quality.
• Complete reports including Production Data, Machine Status, Safety Data, Quality Data.
• Verify line-ups to ensure correct roll stock is received and used.
• Cross-train on different areas of the machine as needed.
• Work overtime as necessary, sometimes on short notice.
• Follow safety rules, maintain housekeeping, and report hazards.
• Support Pratt Industries safety culture and team safety.

Skills

Read and follow factory instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

At Pratt Industries, where we believe in unboxing your best life, you will be joining a team committed to sustainable solutions in a supportive and innovative environment. As a wet end operator, you become an integral part of our vision to lead in providing sustainable packaging solutions that protect and transport creativity and craftsmanship. Your work here contributes significantly towards our mission of driving efficiency and excellence.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate to produce the highest level of production and quality
• Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Quality Data
• Check line-ups to verify correct roll stock is received and used
• Cross Train on different areas of the machine as needed
• Must be able to work overtime as necessary, sometimes on short notice.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping
• 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

Additional duties may be assigned by management.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED.

Candidates are PREFERRED who offer the following:

Prior work experience in the packaging industry; paper, plastics, converting

6 months’ experience in some type of manufacturing operation.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.

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.

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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.

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.

Beyond the day-to-day tasks, you'll be part of a culture that emphasizes safety, integrity, and sustainability, aligning with our core values of innovation and customer focus. Your efforts here directly propel company success, offering personal growth and an entrepreneurial spirit that encourages new ideas.

Prior experience in the corrugated or fulfillment industry is advantageous, but not necessary.