Machine Operator - 1st Shift

Pratt Industries, Inc.; Cedar Hill (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay upon hire

Monthly incentive pay

Health insurance

Dental insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Parental leave

Vision insurance

Job summary

Pratt Industries, Inc. is hiring for a full-time press-related role in Texas. The candidate will operate and maintain printing machinery, ensure product quality, and contribute to process improvements.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED and prior experience in corrugated operations. Benefits include comprehensive health plans, 401(k), paid time off, and 401(k) matching. Lift truck license may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior work in corrugated industry preferred.
• 6 months experience as a Press Department First Helper or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up the printing/press machinery, perform clean-up and suggest improvements.
• Monitor box quality (loose liner, warp, size, print).
• Maintain equipment by performing routine maintenance and turning in work orders.
• Train and assist First/Second Helpers and cross-train on other machines.
• Complete production and safety reports accurately and timely.
• Adhere to production schedules and communicate any issues.

Skills

Read instructions

Tape measure reading

Reasoning ability

Education

High school diploma or GED

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

Jump on the path of a lifelong career!

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.