Assistant Operator - 3rd Shift

Pratt Industries • Springfield, OH

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About The Position

The Assistant Operator assists with operating production machines, including setup, operation, clean-up, quality checks, and recommending improvements. The role supports running machinery at maximum capacity and speed, improving setup times and reducing downtime, and maintaining product quality while meeting production schedules. This is an hourly position with growth potential and opportunities to progress and cross-train on other machines.

The position is full-time and pays $17.84 per hour. The schedule is Monday through Friday on the 3rd shift, with overtime required when necessary, including some weekends. The employee must follow company policies and procedures, including safety and housekeeping requirements. Performance is evaluated on operating standards, personal growth, employee relations, and creativity.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong desire to learn and grow in a state-of-the-art, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
• Ability to read a tape measure quickly and accurately; calculate percentages, measurements, volume, and rates; and apply high school math concepts.
• Ability to use common-sense reasoning to follow written, oral, or graphic instructions and address problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Working knowledge of equipment design and capabilities, product layouts and production specifications, and product quality specifications.
• May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of the job, including regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifting or moving up to 100 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• Six consecutive months of experience in some type of manufacturing operation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with operating machinery at maximum capacity and speed.
• Work to improve setup times and reduce downtime daily.
• Identify mechanical concerns and report them to a supervisor.
• Work at the pace set by the machine operator to meet the production schedule.
• Continue learning machine operation, downtime and setup times, and product quality.
• Assist with completing required reports accurately and on time.
• Assist with accurately setting up the slotting, feed, and die-cut sections of the machine using proper techniques.
• Monitor board quality for defects and make adjustments when necessary.
• Progress along the line of progression and cross-train on other machines.
• Follow company policies and procedures, including safety requirements, and maintain good housekeeping.

Benefits

• Full benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life, short-term disability (STD), flexible spending account (FSA), prepaid legal, and identity theft coverage; eligible within one month of hire.
• 401(k) with company match after 90 days.
• Wellness reimbursement program within one month of hire.
• Nine paid holidays annually, with no waiting period.
• Paid vacation days after six months.

What This Job Offers

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