3rd Shift Corrugator Lead

Pratt Industries • Springfield, OH

3d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Corrugator Lead, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring the efficient and
high-quality operation of our corrugator department. You'll lead your team,
maintain production standards, and contribute to a positive and productive work
environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry is essential.
• Good work history is required
• Ability 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 several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• The individual must have a working knowledge of the following:
• Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation. This also supports the supervisor's role of teacher and trainer for his/her personnel.
• Cost issues in order to make daily decisions that will reduce overall costs and will help the supervisor find areas that require improvement.
• Quality standards.
• Regulatory requirements including but not limited to wage and hour requirements, environmental and waste minimization, company policies, and personnel requirements including OSHA, DEQ and EEO.
• May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Nice To Haves

• At least 6 months of experience on the dry end of the corrugator, and/or Doublebacker Operator is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead and monitor production to consistently meet or exceed established quality, efficiency, and output targets. Effectively communicate these standards to the team.
• Proactively identify and address quality concerns, reporting issues to the Corrugator Superintendent and Plant Superintendent. Collaborate on defining and implementing quality guidelines, continuously monitoring production runs, and making real-time adjustments as needed.
• Manage inventories of rollstock and other corrugator supplies to ensure uninterrupted production.
• Assist with training and development of corrugator employees, promoting cross-training to enhance team versatility and skill sets.
• Help to foster a high-morale department by demonstrating fairness, consistency, and a genuine interest in employee well-being. Maintain strict confidentiality in all employee matters when appropriate.
• Communicate production standards and with departmental personnel to discuss performance, safety protocols, and continuous improvement opportunities.
• Coordinate effectively with the Corrugator Supervisor and maintenance team on all repairs and preventive maintenance activities within the department.
• Keep the Corrugator Supervisor informed of any problems or situations that could impact departmental performance.
• Ensure seamless communication with necessary supervision to prevent issues during shift changes.
• Implement, maintain, and champion all company policies and procedures, including our safety program and excellent housekeeping standards.
• Commit to continuous professional development by actively seeking opportunities such as seminars, technical courses, or relevant college courses to enhance your career skills.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation plans, full benefits package, paid vacation, and paid holidays.
• Benefit eligible within one month of hire. Including medical, dental, vision, life, STD, FSA, Pre-Paid Legal & Identity Theft.
• 401(k) with a company match after 90-days
• Wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hire
• No waiting period on 9 paid holidays annually
• PAID vacation days after 6 months

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees