1st Shift Machine Helper

Pratt Industries•Lewisburg, OH

About The Position

The Machine Helper/Assistant assists the machine operator with setup, operation, and cleanup of the assigned machine, and recommends improvements to operations. The role supports folding and gluing operations, helps minimize material waste, and operates machinery efficiently to produce quality products. The employee learns to run a variety of box styles, checks output for defects, completes production and safety-related reports, and helps maintain equipment. The role also involves following the production schedule and company policies, including safety and housekeeping requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to read, comprehend, and interpret operating instructions, training materials, and procedure manuals.
Ability to communicate effectively with employees, managers, and internal or external customers.
Ability to listen effectively and provide positive and corrective feedback.
Ability to read a tape measure quickly and accurately.
Ability to calculate percentages, measurements, volume, and rates, and apply high school math concepts.
Ability to use common-sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or graphic instructions and solve problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
Working knowledge of equipment design and capabilities, product layouts and production specifications, product quality specifications, and quality standards.
May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.
Ability to perform the physical demands of the job, including regularly lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.

Responsibilities

Set up folding and gluing operations accurately and efficiently using proper setup techniques.
Minimize waste of sheet stock and glue.
Operate machinery efficiently to produce quality products and maximize available equipment capacity and speed.
Learn to run a variety of box styles.
Check box quality during production, including for mis-slotted boxes, loose liner, misprints, and other defects.
Complete required reports accurately and on time, including production, machine operational status, safety, and quality data.
Submit maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs and proactively maintain equipment.
Follow the production schedule and recommend schedule improvements to meet cost, quality, and service goals.
Report unusual scheduling issues to the Supervisor.
Follow company policies and procedures, including safety and good housekeeping.
Maintain excellent attendance and organizational skills.
Perform additional duties assigned by management.