General Utility -1st Shift
About The Position
The General Utility employee supports production operations by safely setting up, operating, and cleaning production machines, and recommending improvements that help meet customer demand. The role may involve working in multiple plant areas during the week on different projects and customer orders. The employee learns machine capabilities and job duties from Machine Operators and the Production Supervisor, cross-trains on other machines and positions, and assists with improving efficiency while controlling waste and downtime without compromising product quality. The position also involves following safety, quality, and Good Manufacturing Processes (GMPs); maintaining clean work areas; assisting with production, machine-status, safety, and quality reports; adhering to the production schedule; and cooperating with coworkers to support plant operations and growth. Overtime may be required, sometimes on short notice. The facility serves customers 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, 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, and on holidays when required.
Nice To Haves
- Prior work experience in the packaging industry, including paper, plastics, or converting.
- Six months of experience in a manufacturing operation.
Responsibilities
- Work safely, follow Pratt Industries safety rules and operating procedures, and help hold coworkers accountable for safety; participate in the Plant Safety Committee.
- Follow Good Manufacturing Processes (GMPs).
- Learn and follow quality procedures and policies, identify poor-quality product early, and prevent defective product from reaching customers.
- Perform varied tasks in assigned departments and potentially work in multiple plant areas on projects and customer orders.
- Perform general duties as required.
- Keep work areas clean and free of tripping hazards during and at the end of shifts, and maintain housekeeping in areas used, including break rooms, bathrooms, and refrigerators.
- Learn machine capabilities and capacity from Machine Operators and help improve efficiency while limiting waste and downtime without sacrificing quality.
- Learn machine duties, downtime, setup times, and quality practices from Machine Operators and the Production Supervisor.
- Cross-train on other machines and learn other plant positions.
- Assist with completing production data, machine operational status, safety data, and quality data reports accurately and on time.
- Switch duties with coworkers as necessary and learn a range of job duties to support plant and individual growth.
- Comply with company policies and procedures, including safety and housekeeping requirements.
- Adhere to the production schedule.
- Work overtime as necessary, sometimes on short notice, and work holidays when required by customer needs.
- Perform additional duties assigned by management.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
