Stacker Operator

Pratt Industries; Henderson (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Industries is seeking a production machine operator responsible for setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations. You will maximize equipment utilization, train helpers, and cross-train on other machines, while maintaining accurate reports and schedules.

Applicants should have a high school diploma or GED, be eligible to work in the United States, and pass background and drug screening; overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• Strong desire to learn and grow in a state-of-the-art, fast-paced environment.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screen.
• Work overtime as required.

Responsibilities

• Maximize equipment utilization by operating machinery at capacity.
• Train and assist First and Second Helpers with machine duties.
• Cross-train on other machines.
• Submit accurate production, status, safety, and quality data reports.
• Turn in maintenance work orders and assist with repairs.
• Follow the production schedule and suggest optimizations to meet cost, quality, and service goals.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Skills

Learn and grow

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

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

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Strong desire to learn and grow in a state-of-the-art, fast-paced environment
• High School Diploma or GED
• Eligible to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screen.
• Work overtime as required.

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.

Additional Information

Pratt is America’s 5th largest corrugated packaging company and the world’s largest, privately-held producer of 100% recycled containerboard, with more than 9000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability. Pratt was founded in the USA more than 30 years ago and, since then, has shown dramatic growth with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than 27 states.

EEOC Statement

Pratt Industries provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

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