Baler Operator 1st Shift

Pratt Industries • Hebron, KY

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for all activities associated with safely running the baler including operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
• 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.
• 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.
• Working knowledge of equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
• Working knowledge of product layouts and production specifications
• Working knowledge of product quality specifications
• Working knowledge of quality standards.
• May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.

Nice To Haves

• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.
• Prior work experience as a forklift operator.

Responsibilities

• Make good, neat bales.
• Operate baler and use up all unusable and corrugated scrap.
• Maintain accurate bale reports.
• Operate a forklift in a safe manner when necessary.
• Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Work safely at all times, be aware of surroundings and understand and comply with Pratt Industries Safety rules, operating procedures, and help hold co-workers responsible for safety related items. Participate in Plant Safety Committee.
• Follow at all times GMPs (Good Manufacturing Processes)
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Must be able to work overtime as necessary
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Benefits

• Paid Holidays from DAY ONE
• Insurance benefits
• Wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hire
• 401(k) with match (after 3 Months)
• PAID vacation days (after 6 Months)
• FULL tuition reimbursement (after 12 Months)
• PAID childbearing and parenting leave (after 12 Months)

What This Job Offers

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