General Utility -1st Shift

Pratt Industries • Salinas, CA

7d

About The Position

The General Utility employee performs activities supporting safe production machine operation, including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to meet customer demand. The role may involve varied tasks in multiple plant areas, projects, and customer orders. The employee learns machine capabilities, job duties, setup and downtime procedures, and quality requirements from Machine Operators and the Production Supervisor; cross-trains on other machines and positions; and assists with improving efficiency while minimizing waste and downtime without compromising quality. The role also includes maintaining clean work areas, completing production and safety-related reports, following production schedules, and complying with company safety, quality, and operating procedures. Overtime may be required, sometimes on short notice, and holiday work may be unavoidable.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Manufacturing experience.
• Flexibility to work Monday through Saturday.
• Ability to work overtime as necessary, sometimes on short notice.

Nice To Haves

• Prior work experience in the packaging industry, including paper, plastics, or converting.
• Six months of experience in some type of manufacturing operation.

Responsibilities

• Operate production machines safely, including setup, operation, and cleanup.
• Recommend operational improvements to help meet customer demand.
• Follow company safety rules and procedures, remain aware of surroundings, and help hold co-workers accountable for safety.
• Participate in the Plant Safety Committee.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Processes (GMPs) and company quality procedures and policies.
• Identify and prevent poor-quality products from reaching customers.
• Perform a variety of tasks in the assigned department and potentially work in multiple plant areas on projects and customer orders.
• Maintain clean work areas and complete end-of-shift cleaning; keep areas used, including break rooms, bathrooms, and refrigerators, in good order.
• Learn machine capabilities and assist Machine Operators in improving efficiency while limiting waste and downtime without sacrificing quality.
• Learn machine duties, downtime, setup times, and quality requirements from Machine Operators and the Production Supervisor.
• Cross-train on other machines and learn other plant positions.
• Complete required reports accurately and on time, including production, machine operational status, safety, and quality data.
• Switch duties with co-workers as necessary.
• Adhere to the production schedule and company policies and procedures.
• Work overtime and holidays when necessary.
• Perform additional duties assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

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