Production Engineer

Pratt Industries; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

401K Plan with Company Match

9 Paid Holidays/Paid Vacation

Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Henderson, KY seeks a Production Engineer to support paper machine operations in a 24/7 plant environment. The role involves setup, operation, problem solving, and preventative maintenance across shifts.

You'll work with cross-functional teams, follow safety protocols, and participate in training programs to broaden skills in process troubleshooting and equipment care.

Qualifications

• Post-secondary educational degree (2 to 4 year) or related field or equivalent experience is REQUIRED.

Responsibilities

• Monitor, control, and adjust machines, equipment and processes.
• Assist in setup, operation and problem solving of paper mill equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance and ensure adherence to safety practices.

Skills

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Physical stamina

Data interpretation

Education

Post-secondary degree/related field

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

The Production Engineer is a multi-skilled position responsible for all activities associated with the production and operation of the paper machine equipment. This consists of: proactively assisting all co-workers with setting up, operating, problem solving, and maintaining production of paper making equipment and processes in a 24/7 operation working 12 hour shifts in a 4 shift rotational concept. Included in their duties are to ensure adherence to directives and procedures, ensure all materials are available, ensure proper set-up of equipment, complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner and assist in the preventative machine maintenance. The Production Engineer will follow all established safe work practices.

Essential Job Functions

• Mental Ability – must be able to communicate orally with team members and understand instructions provided in written, oral, or graphic form. Understand complex procedural and process designs, ability to read a tape measure accurately, process flow diagrams, gauges and operate a calculator for basic mathematical computations.
• Mechanical Aptitude -- Possess a working knowledge of basic computer use and “light general maintenance.”
• Physical Ability Dimensions –Safety – Work is medium difficulty but fast paced. Individual must be able to stand for long periods and have good mobility. Individual must be ultra-cognizant of surroundings and potential hazards. Individual must be able to lift 50+ pounds (not repetitively), climb stairs, climb ladders and use hand tools. Individual must have no known chemical sensitivity and be able to function in an environment of extreme temperatures.

Education And/or Experience

• Post-secondary educational degree (2 to 4 year degree from college, university, technical-school, military, vocational or other advanced educational institution) or related field or real world experience equivalent to the above mentioned educational background is REQUIRED.
• Previous papermaking experience is not necessary.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Requirements

• Drug testing/Screening, Background Checks, Physical exam, and Reference Checks
• Pre-employment aptitude testing
• Position requires passing an initial 4 to 5 month paid classroom training and practical application segment
• Practical application segment requires some advanced training out-of-state in Indiana or Ohio
• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (glasses, ear plugs, shoes, gloves, etc…)
• Monitor, control, and adjust machines, equipment and processes
• Demonstrates a proven record of learning aptitude
• Participate in ongoing educational certificate training program provided
• Housekeeping, including washing up, sweeping, and shoveling debris
• Working knowledge of equipment design for process troubleshooting
• “Hands On” mechanical capabilities to perform small repairs of paper mill equipment
• Perform physical testing of raw materials or finished product
• Continuously perform fast walking rounds of work area
• Train other employees as well as receive training in multiple disciplines of jobs through-out the plant
• Interpret data from the computer system and input data from various sources as needed
• Perform other tasks as required by Mill Management

Expectation of Production Engineers to become proficient in all job areas within mill.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• 401K Plan with Company Match
• Child Bearing/Parental Leave
• 9 Paid Holidays/Paid Vacation
• Uniforms/ $300 Safety Shoe & $250 Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement / Assistance Program
• Healthy Lifestyles Program
• Gym Reimbursement Program
• Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
• Supplemental Spouse and Child Life Insurance plans
• Income Protection Plans
• Legal and Travel Assistance Plans
• EAP/Home Auto Insurance Plans
• Wireless/Auto/Discount Plans