2nd Helper Operator

Pratt Industries•Henderson, KY

19h

About The Position

The 2nd Helper Operator is responsible for production machine setup, operation, and cleanup, and for recommending improvements to operations. The role supports production quality and equipment utilization, helps train and assist First and Second Helpers, and cross-trains on other machines. The operator completes production, machine status, safety, and quality reports; submits maintenance work orders; and proactively supports equipment maintenance. The position also involves following production schedules, identifying scheduling issues, and complying with company policies, safety requirements, and housekeeping standards. Additional duties may be assigned by management. This is a full-time, year-round position with Pratt Industries, a growing manufacturing company. Starting pay is $19.00 or more per hour. The work environment includes moving mechanical parts, wet or humid conditions, occasional high or precarious places, fumes or airborne particles, and vibration; noise is usually loud. The job requires regular standing, walking, and lifting or moving loads up to 50–60 pounds.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Eligible to work in the United States.
Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
Able to read a tape measure quickly and accurately.
Able to calculate percentages, measurements, volume, and rate, and apply high school math concepts.
Able to use common-sense reasoning to follow written, oral, or graphic instructions and address problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
Able to work overtime as required.
Regularly able to stand, walk, talk, and hear; frequently use hands to handle or feel objects, reach, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
Regularly lift or move up to 50–60 pounds.
Meet the position’s vision requirements, including close, distance, color, and peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjusting focus.

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience in the packaging industry.
Six months of experience in a manufacturing operation.
May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and clean production machines.
Monitor product quality.
Maximize equipment utilization by operating machinery at available capacity and speed.
Train and assist First and Second Helpers with machine duties.
Cross-train on other machines.
Complete production data, machine operational status, safety, and quality reports accurately and promptly.
Submit maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs and proactively maintain equipment.
Switch duties with the First Helper as necessary.
Follow company policies and procedures, including safety and good housekeeping requirements.
Follow the production schedule and recommend schedule improvements to meet cost, quality, and service goals.
Report unusual scheduling issues to the Supervisor.
Perform additional duties assigned by management.