General Utility - 1st Shift

Pratt Industries; Cedar Hill (TX); On-site; USD 36,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance Benefits

Paid Holidays

401(k) with Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Medical & Dental

Parental Leave

HSA Program

Healthy Lifestyle

EAP

PPE Reimbursements

Cell Phone Discount

Monthly Incentive Bonus

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Cedar Hill, TX is hiring for a General Utility – 1st Shift to support production with emphasis on safety and quality. You will participate in machine setup, operation, cleanup, and troubleshooting in a fast-paced environment while striving for efficiency and cleanliness.

Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits accompany this role. The position requires a safety- and quality-driven mindset, willingness to learn, and ability to work with a team to meet production goals.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing facility is preferred but not required.
• Ability to follow instructions under limited supervision.
• Load and unload materials safely and efficiently.
• Operate forklifts and other equipment as needed (Training Provided).
• Maintain a clean work environment by properly disposing of waste.
• Basic PC skills and familiarity with standard software.
• Ability to learn manufacturing principles and practices.
• Performing basic mathematical calculations and read a tape measure.

Responsibilities

• Safety, quality, and continuous improvement focus in daily work.
• Maintain equipment and production area cleanliness.
• Provide leadership in training and assisting team members.
• Participate in meeting production schedules and resolve challenges proactively.
• Operate or learn to operate a variety of machinery including forklifts.
• Document operational data and report progress; assist with troubleshooting.

Skills

Follow Instructions

Load/Unload Materials

Forklift Operation

Maintain Clean Workspace

Basic PC Skills

Manufacturing Principles

Read Tape Measure

Tools

Forklifts

Job description

General Utility – 1st Shift

Shift/Hours: Monday – Friday 6:00am – 2:00pm

Pay Rate: $17.50/ 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.

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: You must adhere to all company safety policies and procedures, ensure compliance with operational guidelines and OSHA regulations
• Quality Assurance: Inspect products and materials to meet quality standards, follow proper procedures to ensure consistency and accuracy in production, and identify and report any quality concerns.
• Operational Efficiency: Operate or learn to operate a variety of machinery including forklifts and production equipment. Monitor equipment performance, report malfunctions, and assist in setup/adjustments as well as routine maintenance of machines.
• Training & Development: Participate in periodic training sessions to enhance skills, stay updated on best practices for manufacturing operations, and apply learned skills to improve workplace productivity and efficiency.
• Reporting & Maintenance: Document operational data and report production progress, assist with troubleshooting minor mechanical issues, and communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
• Flexibility & Teamwork: Adapt to changes in work assignments, shifts, and production needs. Collaborate with coworkers to meeting production goals and willingly take on additional responsibilities as needed.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

What You’ll Need To Be Successful

• Experience: Prior experience in a manufacturing facility is preferred but not required.
• Skills:
  • Ability to follow instructions under limited supervision
  • Load and unload materials safely and efficiently
  • Operator forklifts and other equipment as needed (Training Provided)
  • Maintain a clean work environment by properly disposing of waste.
  • Basic PC Skills
  • Ability to learn manufacturing principles and practices
  • Performing basic mathematical calculations and read a tape measure
• Physical Requirements: Standing, bending, and repetitive motions for extended periods.
• Certifications:
  • Forklift certification preferred or ability to obtain one
  • Compliance with physical, drug-screening, and background check requirements.

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.