1st Assistant - 1st Shift

Pratt Industries • Hammond, LA

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About The Position

As a 1st Assistant at Pratt Industries – Hammond, you will support production press operators with setup, operation, and cleanup, and recommend improvements. You will monitor material quality, help ensure safe and efficient operations, and support production scheduling to meet cost, quality, and service goals. The work takes place in a fast-paced environment where safety and quality are priorities.

The role includes collaborating with machine operators and other team members, maintaining equipment and production-area cleanliness, and cross-training on different machines and equipment as needed. There may be opportunities to move into operator roles. Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Ability to identify and resolve minor equipment malfunctions.
• Strong understanding of equipment design, quality standards, and product specifications.
• Ability to use measuring tools and perform calculations for various metrics.
• Ability to stand, walk, and perform other physical tasks.
• Specific vision abilities required for the job.
• Lift Truck Operator License may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in the corrugating industry.
• Six months of experience in a similar role.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety protocols and maintain good housekeeping to help ensure a safe working environment.
• Monitor product and board quality and address defects or other quality issues.
• Assist the machine operator with smooth machine operation and report quality problems.
• Help optimize production schedules and participate in meeting production goals.
• Cross-train on different machines and equipment as needed.
• Complete reports in a timely manner and submit maintenance work orders when repairs are needed.
• Maintain equipment and production-area cleanliness.
• Train and assist fellow team members, including machine operators and helpers.
• Work collaboratively and adapt to changing needs; proactively help resolve production challenges.
• Recommend improvements and support continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement within one month.
• Paid holidays from day one.
• 401(k) with company match after three months.
• Tuition reimbursement after one year.
• Medical, dental, short-term disability, and HSA benefits.
• Paid childbearing and parental leave after one year.
• Healthy Lifestyle program with up to $1,200 awarded each year to an HSA.
• Employee Assistance Programs.
• Safety and PPE reimbursements.
• Cell phone discount with two major providers.
• Monthly incentive bonus if plant goals are met.
• Vision and life insurance.
• Paid vacation.
• Competitive compensation plans with incentive opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED