Machine Operator - 3rd shift

Pratt Industries•Rockwall, TX

About The Position

The Machine Operator is responsible for activities involved in running converting machines, including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements. The role includes preparing machine components, monitoring product quality, maintaining equipment, completing production and quality reports, and supporting production schedules. The operator also handles printing dies, assists with related die-room tasks, and may train or assist other machine employees. Additional duties may be assigned by management. The position is full-time and works 11:30 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., Sunday through Thursday, with overtime as needed. It reports to the Converting Supervisor. Eligible employees may receive insurance benefits within one month of hire.

Requirements

Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
Able to calculate percentages, measurements, volume, and rate, and apply high-school mathematics concepts.
Able to use common-sense reasoning 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.
Regularly able to stand, walk, and talk or hear; frequently use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; occasionally sit.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Vision abilities include close, distance, and color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in a manufacturing environment is desired.
Previous experience in a packaging environment is preferred.

Responsibilities

Set up rails, print, and die-cut sections on converting machines using proper techniques.
Inspect dies before and after runs and ensure necessary repairs are made; verify cutting-die bolts are in place and secure.
Monitor box quality, including liner condition, warp, dimensions, and print.
Operate machinery at available capacity and speed to maximize equipment utilization.
Train and assist the First Helper, Flexo Stacker, and Bundlers with machine duties; cross-train on other machines.
Complete production, machine-status, safety, and quality reports accurately and on time.
Submit maintenance work orders for needed repairs and proactively maintain equipment.
Switch duties with other operators as needed.
Follow company policies and procedures, including safety and housekeeping requirements.
Read and follow instructions on factory masters.
Take printing dies to press department machines and retrieve them after orders are complete.
Wash dirty printing dies, remove tape, band type, inspect incoming dies for repairs, and glue and seal loose dies returned from machines.
Replace printing dies in the proper sequence on the printing-die rack.
Assist the Die Mounter with pulling load tags; sort and file load tags.
Adhere to the production schedule, recommend schedule optimizations to meet cost, quality, and service goals, and report unusual scheduling issues to the Supervisor.