Assistant Machine Operator 1st Shift

Pratt Industries•Park City, KS

About The Position

This entry-level position in the Converting department trains the employee to operate any converting machine. The role assists operators with machine setup, production, quality monitoring, maintenance, and scheduling tasks. The position is on the first shift, from 6:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., and starts at $19.50 per hour plus shift differential.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Ability to learn to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
Ability to calculate percentages, measurements, volume, and rate, and apply high school math concepts.
Ability to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
Ability to apply common-sense understanding to written, oral, or graphic instructions and handle problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
Working knowledge of equipment design and capabilities, product layouts and production specifications, product quality specifications, and quality standards.

Responsibilities

Set up slotting, feed, and die-cut sections accurately using proper setup techniques.
Assist the operator with other duties.
Monitor board quality for loose liner, warp, dimensions, caliper, and other defects; report quality problems and sort as necessary to keep the machine running.
Cross-train on other machines to advance skills and positions.
Complete necessary reports accurately and on time.
Submit maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs and proactively maintain equipment.
Comply with company policies and procedures, including safety and good housekeeping.
Help operators adhere to the production schedule and recommend ways to optimize it for cost, quality, and service goals.
Report unusual scheduling issues to the Supervisor.
Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

Paid holidays beginning on day one.
$500 wellness reimbursement beginning on day one.
Discounted gym memberships beginning on day one.
$500 employee referral bonuses beginning on day one.
Full benefits package within one month of hire, including company-paid life insurance.
401(k) with company matching after three months.
Attendance bonus program after three months, with bonuses of up to $1,000 per year.
Paid time off after six months.
Tuition reimbursement of up to $35,000 after 12 months.
Paid childbearing leave and parenting leave after 12 months.
Career growth and promotion opportunities, with internal hiring.
Competitive pay based on skills.