First Helper

Pratt Industries • Statesville, NC

29d

About The Position

Responsible for all activities associated with helping operators on all presses
including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to
operations.  Will assume all responsibilities and function as the operator when
the Operator is absent.

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.
• The individual must have a working knowledge of the following: Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation.
• Product layouts and production specifications
• Product quality specifications
• Quality standards
• 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. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.
• 6 months’ experience as a Flexo Stacker.
• 6 months’ experience in the Press and Finishing Department.

Responsibilities

• Set-up slotting, feed, and die cut sections on machine accurately in accordance with proper setup techniques.
• Ensure all bolts for cutting dies are in place and tightly secured.
• Check anilox rolls for damage.
• Assist operator in other duties.
• Monitor board quality, including - loose liner, warp, dimensions, caliper, and any other defects.  Report any quality problems to the operator and sort as necessary to keep the machine running.
• Work at pace set by the machine operator.
• Cross-train on other machines as necessary.
• Be willing to move up the line of progression to operator regardless of shift.
• Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner.
• 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.
• Helps operators adhere to production schedule.  Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals.  Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Benefits

• Pratt Industries offers competitive compensation plans with incentive opportunities, full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, paid holidays, and childbearing and parental leave.

What This Job Offers

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