Machine Operator

Pratt Industries; Cedar Hill (TX); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Cedar Hill, TX is seeking a dependable machine operator responsible for safely operating and setting up machinery, maintaining housekeeping, and suggesting improvements to operations.

The role requires inspecting components, monitoring quality, and ensuring production schedules are met while staying compliant with safety policies and procedures. Training helpers and cross-training on other machines are part of the job.

Qualifications

• Education: High school diploma or GED.
• Language: Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
• Math: Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy; calculate percentages, measurements, volume and rate.
• Reasoning: Apply common sense and follow written instructions.
• Technical: Working knowledge of equipment design and capabilities for efficient operation and production specs.

Responsibilities

• Setup folding rails, counter ejector, bundler, pre-feeder, load former, print, and die cut sections per proper setup techniques.
• Inspect annilox rolls for damage and inspect dies/plates before and after runs to ensure repairs are made before the next run.
• Monitor box quality including loose liner, warp, size, glue alignment, gaps, and print.
• Maximize equipment utilization by running at capacity and speed; train and assist helpers with duties.
• Cross-train on other machines; switch duties with helpers to promote training and promotable opportunities.
• Submit maintenance work orders; be proactive in equipment maintenance.
• Adhere to production schedule and optimize scheduling to meet cost, quality, and service goals.
• Comply with all company policies including safety and housekeeping; additional duties may be assigned.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

REPORTS TO: Supervisor

LOCATION: Cedar Hill, TX

SUMMARY

Responsible for all activities associated with safely operating machine, including, setup, operation, housekeeping, and recommending improvements to operations.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Setup folding rails, counter ejector, bundler, pre-feeder, load former, print, and die cut sections in accordance to proper setup techniques.
• Inspect annilox rolls for damage, before and after each run. Inspect all dies and plates before and after run to ensure that any necessary repairs are made before the next run.
• Monitor box quality, including but not limited to loose liner, warp, correct size, glue alignment, manufacturing gaps, and print.
• Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed. Train and assist helpers with job duties on the machine.
• Cross train on other machines. Switch duties with helpers to promote training and promotable opportunities.
• Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
• Adhere to production schedule.
• Make recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality, and service goals. Report 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.

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.

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

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

Maybe required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.

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 and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 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.

Performance Measurements

The performance of the employee will be measured as follows: Operating standards - the employee will need to meet or exceed the Operating Standards in the areas of quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction and productivity. Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the employee. Personal growth - while the company will provide the tools to assist the employee to grow professionally the responsibility for moving forward lies with the individual. Each year there will be goals developed and agreed to by the employee and his/her superior. Employee relations - through observations the employee will be evaluated regarding his/her behaviors associated with appropriate human interaction, respect and communication. Creativity - this will be evaluated by how active the employee is in participating in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas.