Machine Helper - 2nd Shift

Pratt Industries • Hammond, LA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Machine Helper assists operators on all presses with setup, operation, cleanup, and recommendations for improving operations. Training takes place on first shift for several months before the employee moves to second shift. Stackers feed the machines that make corrugated boxes. The role requires working at the operator’s pace, supporting production schedules, and being willing to progress to an operator role regardless of shift.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong desire to learn and grow in a state-of-the-art, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
• Ability to read a tape measure quickly and accurately and calculate figures such as percentages, measurements, volume, and rate; ability to apply high school math concepts.
• Ability to use common-sense understanding to follow written, oral, or graphic instructions and address 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.

Nice To Haves

• Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.
• Six months’ experience as a Flexo or DieCut Helper.
• Six months’ experience in the Press and Finishing Departments.

Responsibilities

• Set up slotting, feed, and die-cut sections accurately according to proper setup techniques.
• Assist the operator with other duties.
• Monitor board quality, including loose liner, warp, dimensions, caliper, and other defects; report problems and sort as necessary to keep the machine running.
• Work at the pace set by the machine operator.
• Cross-train on other machines as necessary.
• Be willing to progress to an operator role regardless of shift.
• Complete necessary reports accurately and promptly.
• Submit maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs and proactively maintain equipment.
• Follow company policies and procedures, including safety requirements and good housekeeping.
• Help operators adhere to the production schedule and recommend ways to optimize it for cost, quality, and service goals.
• Report unusual scheduling issues to the Supervisor.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

• Insurance benefits within one month of hire.
• Gainsharing bonus after one month.
• Paid holidays.
• 401(k) with partial match after 90 days.
• Paid vacation days after six months.
• 401(k) and 401(k) matching.
• Dental insurance.
• Disability insurance.
• Employee assistance program.
• Flexible spending account.
• Health insurance.
• Health savings account.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Parental leave.
• Vision insurance.
• Bonus pay.
• Competitive compensation plans with incentive opportunities.
• Pre-Paid Legal benefits.
• Childbearing leave.

What This Job Offers

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