Machine Operator - 1st Shift

prattinternalcareersite; Cedar Hill (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending account

Health insurance

Health savings account

Free Life insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

Pratt Industries is hiring for a full-time press/machine operator in Texas. The role involves operating, setting up, and cleaning the machine, while ensuring quality of output and coordinating with helpers.

Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and prefer experience in the corrugated sector. Benefits begin after hire and include a competitive medical package, 401(k) with match, vacation, and parental leave.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior corrugated industry experience preferred.
• Ability to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Operate and run the machine, including setup and cleanup.
• Monitor box quality and print, adjust as needed.
• Keep equipment well-maintained and report repairs.
• Train and assist helpers and cross-train on other machines.
• Complete production and safety reports accurately.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Math skills

Reasoning ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

Corrugated industry experience (preferred)

Tools

Lift Truck Operator License

Job description

$18.00 - $25.00 / Hour + full-time, quicker benefits!

Perks of Pratt?

Holiday pay upon hire and monthly incentive pay

• Insurance benefits within ONE MONTH of hire
• 3 Months: 401k with partial match
• 6 months: PAID vacation days

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Free Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus pay

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

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

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Monitor box quality, including, but not limited to, loose liner, warp, correct size, and print.

Check anilox rolls for damage.

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 corrugated industry.

6 months’ experience as a Press Department First Helper.

6 months’ experience in the Press and Finishing Department.

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 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

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.

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.

Pratt Industries is America's 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than 10,000 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