Wet End Operator

Pratt Industries; Humboldt (TN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Insurance benefits within 1 month

Holiday pay

401k with partial match after 3 months

Job summary

Pratt Industries in Humboldt, TN is seeking a Wet End Operator to support single-facer operations and assist wet-end and dry-end processes. You will help with setup, operation, cleanup, and contribute to process improvements on the line.

Responsibilities include running the single-facers, verifying roll stock, handling paper and splices, monitoring quality, coordinating with maintenance, and adhering to safety and housekeeping standards. HS diploma required; Lift Truck License may be needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
• Plan and perform basic math calculations relevant to production.

Responsibilities

• Operate the single-facers to produce maximum production and quality.
• Check wet end line-ups to verify correct roll stock.
• Handle rolls, splices, and changes with proper size and grade paper.
• Monitor board quality during runs and adjust as needed.
• Submit maintenance work orders when repairs are required.
• Adhere to safety and housekeeping standards.

Skills

Reading instructions

Mathematical skills

Quality awareness

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Lift Truck License

Job description

• Eligible for insurance benefits within ONE Month of hire.
• immediately eligible for Hoiday pay
• 3 Months: 401k with partial match

Jump on the path of a lifelong career!

Pay Starting at $19.10 per hour or DOE

Wet End Operator

REPORTS TO: Corrugator Supervisor/Superintendent

SUMMARY

Responsible for all activities associated with running the single-facer and assisting in wet-end and dry-end operations, including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Operate the single-facers to produce the highest level of 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 to be run and make splices and paper changes as necessary.

Trim only the necessary amount of paper from the rolls when preparing for splices.

Remove roll stock from the machine when necessary and mark the proper size, grade, diameter and lineal footage on the roll and place core plugs in each end of the butt rolls.

Continuously monitor the board during runs to ensure quality and make adjustments as necessary.

Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs.

Clean starch pan, glue roll and singlefacer area after changing flutes and at the end of the production week.

Take all paper off of cores of stub rolls.

Assist in the wet end training of the Doublebacker and dry end personnel.

Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.

Additional duties may be assigned by management.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

High school diploma or GED.

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.

TECHNICAL SKILLS

The individual must have a working knowledge of the following:

Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.

Product layouts and production specifications

Product quality specifications

Quality standards

CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS

May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job.

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

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job.

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.

PERFORMANCE MEASUREMENTS

The performance of the employee will be measured as follows:

Operating standards - the employee will need to meet or exceed the Operating Standards in the areas of quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction and productivity. Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the employee.

Personal growth - while the company will provide the tools to assist the employee to grow professionally the responsibility for moving forward lies with the individual. Each year there will be goals developed and agreed to by the employee and his/her superior.

Employee relations - through observations the employee will be evaluated regarding his/her behaviors associated with appropriate human interaction, respect and communication.

Creativity - this will be evaluated by how active the employee is in participating in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas.

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 [and affirmative action] 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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