Sustainable Wet End Operator - High-Quality Paper

prattexternalcareersite; Iowa (LA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Humboldt, TN is seeking a Wet End Operator to join our production team. You will operate the single-facers, verify roll stock, perform splices and paper changes, and monitor quality throughout runs.

Safety and housekeeping are emphasized as you follow factory masters and ensure efficient, sustainable packaging production. High school diploma or GED is required to apply.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED is required.
• Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.

Responsibilities

• Operate the single-facers to produce high production and quality.
• Check wet end line-ups to verify correct roll stock is received and used.
• Put rolls of paper in mill roll stands ensuring proper size and grade of paper; make splices and changes as necessary.
• Trim only the necessary amount of paper from rolls when preparing for splices.
• Remove roll stock from the machine, mark size/grade/diameter/footage, and insert core plugs.
• Continuously monitor the board during runs to maintain quality and make adjustments.
• Clean starch pan, glue roll and singlefacer area after changing flutes and at week end.
• Take all paper off cores of stub rolls.
• Comply with company policies and safety and housekeeping guidelines.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Pratt Industries in Humboldt, TN is seeking a Wet End Operator to join our production team. You will operate the single-facers, verify roll stock, perform splices and paper changes, and monitor quality throughout runs.

Safety and housekeeping are emphasized as you follow factory masters and ensure efficient, sustainable packaging production. High school diploma or GED is required to apply.