Machine Helper

prattexternalcareersite; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Wisconsin seeks a Machine Helper to assist the Machine Operator and other Helpers with setup, operation, cleanup, and continuous improvement of production processes.

You will monitor quality, maximize machine utilization, and participate in cross-training, reporting data and maintaining safety and housekeeping. Candidates with a high school diploma, 6 months manufacturing experience, and ability to read a tape measure are preferred; forklift license may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required or preferred.
• Able to read and follow factory instructions and data sheets.
• Able to read a tape measure and perform basic calculations.
• Prior work in packaging or manufacturing is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Monitor quality during production.
• Operate and assist with running production machines.
• Assist with setup, operation, and cleanup tasks.
• Cross-train on other machines as needed.
• Complete production data and status reports accurately.
• Maintain safety and good housekeeping in the workspace.
• Suggest improvements to optimize schedule and costs.

Skills

Read instructions

Tape measure reading

Math basics

Reasoning ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lift Truck Operator License

Job description

Machine Helper

Responsible for all activities associated with assisting Machine Operator and Machine Helpers with running production machines including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Monitor quality.
• Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed.
• Train and assist First and Second Helpers 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 First Helper as necessary.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Adheres to production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals. Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.
• 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.
• 6 months’ experience in some type of manufacturing operation.

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.

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 may occasionally be required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 to 60 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 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans

Pratt Industries is America's 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than 7,000 highly skilled green collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability. Pratt Industries is one of the largest corrugated packaging companies in America, with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than twenty states. The company operates several of the most modern, cost effective paper mills in the country, as well as a series of sheet and box plants strategically placed throughout the United States offering a wide range of creative packaging solutions. Pratt Industries is committed to recycling and the environment by harvesting the urban forest.

Pratt Industries offers competitive compensation plans with incentive opportunities, full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation,paid holidays, and childbearing and parental leave.

Pratt Industries is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/V/D