Machine Helper

Pratt Industries; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) & 401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid Holidays

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health savings account

Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Carlisle, PA, is seeking a dedicated Machine Helper to support converting operations on multiple shifts. The role involves setting up, operating, cleaning, and recommending improvements to converting processes, with duties spanning setup, die handling, and quality checks.

Wages start at $19.80 per hour, with shift-based variations. This full-time position emphasizes reliability, teamwork, and adherence to safety standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Solid prior work history.
• Good references.

Responsibilities

• Set-up rails, print, and die cut section on converting machine accurately.
• Inspect dies before and after run to ensure repairs are made before next run.
• Ensure bolts for cutting dies are in place and tightly secured.
• Monitor box quality, including loose liner, warp, size, and print.
• Maximize equipment utilization by operating at full capacity and speed.
• Train and assist First Helper, Flexo Stacker, and Bundlers with job duties.
• Cross-train on other machines.
• Complete reports such as Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, and Quality Data.

Skills

Language skills

Mathematical skills

Reasoning ability

Technical skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Jump on the path of a lifelong career with a

GREAT company in Carlisle!

Pratt is America’s 4th largest corrugated packaging company and the world’s largest, privately-held producer of 100% recycled containerboard, with more than 9000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability.

Pratt was founded in the USA more than 30 years ago and, since then, has shown dramatic growth with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than 27 states.

So what are the Perks of working at Pratt?

• 401(k) & 401(k) matching
• Health insurance – 1st of the month after you started
• Dental insurance – 1st of the month after you started
• Vision insurance – 1st of the month after you started
• Paid Holidays – Eligiable day 1
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave

POSITION TITLE: Machine Helper

REPORTS TO: CONVERTING SUPERVISOR

Job Type: Full-time

Shifts: 1st Shift: 7AM - 3 PM 2nd Shift: 3 PM - 11 PM 3rd Shift: 11PM - 7AM

Wages: $19.80 hourly and up based on shift.

Summary

Responsible for all activities associated with running the converting machines including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Set-up rails, print, and die cut section on converting machine accurately in accordance with proper setup techniques.
• Inspect all dies before and after run to ensure that any necessary repairs are made before the next run.
• Ensure all bolts for cutting dies are in place and tightly secured.
• Monitor box quality, including, but not limited to, loose liner, warp, correct size, and print.
• Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed.
• Train and assist First Helper, Flexo Stacker, and Bundlers with job duties on the machine.
• Cross-train on other machines.
• Complete 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 orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
• Switch duties with other operators as necessary.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Read and follow instructions on factory masters.
• Take correct printing dies to press department machines.
• Pick up all printing dies from press department machines and return to die room after order is complete.
• Wash all dirty printing dies, remove tape, and band type.
• Inspect all incoming dies for any necessary repairs. Glue and seal loose dies returned from machines.
• Replace printing dies in proper sequence on printing die rack.
• Assist Die Mounter in pulling load tags.
• Sort and file load tags.
• Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Quality Data.
• Turn in work orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
• Adheres to production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals. Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

EDUCATION And/or EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED.

Solid prior work history

Good references

LANGUAGE SKILLS -

Able to read, speak, 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.

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.

WORK ENVIRONMENT -

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee 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.