Machine Operator 2nd Shift

Pratt Industries•Hebron, KY

About The Position

Machine Operators at Pratt Industries safely operate production machines, including setup, operation, and cleanup, and recommend improvements to meet customer demand. The role focuses on operating equipment efficiently while maintaining quality, safety, and housekeeping standards. Operators may train and assist other production employees, cross-train on other machines and plant positions, complete production and operational reports, and submit maintenance work orders. The position is full-time and is for the second shift. A $2-per-hour shift premium is offered for hours worked from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., starting October 5th.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Ability to read and follow written instructions, including quality, safety, and job-packet instructions.
Ability to read a tape measure accurately and quickly and calculate percentages, measurements, volume, and rates using high-school-level math.
Ability to apply common-sense reasoning to written, oral, or graphic instructions and solve problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
Ability to meet the role's physical demands, including regularly lifting and/or moving up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work overtime as necessary, sometimes on short notice, and on holidays when required.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in the packaging industry, including paper, plastics, or converting.
Six months of experience in a manufacturing operation.
A current Lift Truck Operator License, which may be required.

Responsibilities

Operate production machinery safely, including machine setup, operation, and cleanup.
Follow safety rules, operating procedures, and Good Manufacturing Practices, and participate in the Plant Safety Committee.
Follow quality procedures, identify poor-quality products during manufacturing, and prevent defective products from reaching customers.
Maximize equipment utilization and capacity while improving setup times and reducing downtime and waste without sacrificing quality.
Identify mechanical concerns and report them to the Production Supervisor, Production Manager, or Plant Mechanical Technician/Specialist.
Maintain clean work areas and equipment, including housekeeping during and at the end of shifts, and help keep commonly used areas clean.
Train and assist Assistant Machine Operators, Machine Helpers, and Production Utility employees with machine duties, downtime, setup, and quality.
Cross-train on other machines and learn other plant positions; switch duties with coworkers as needed.
Complete production, machine-status, safety, and quality reports accurately and on time.
Submit maintenance work order requests and proactively maintain equipment and housekeeping.
Adhere to the production schedule and recommend schedule changes to meet cost, quality, and service goals; report unusual scheduling issues to a supervisor.
Work overtime when necessary, sometimes on short notice, and work holidays when required to serve customers.
Comply with company policies and procedures and perform additional duties assigned by management.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
401(k) with matching.
Health Savings Account.
Life insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Paid Time Off.
Parental leave.
Tuition assistance.
Paid holidays from day one.
Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement program within one month of hire.
Paid vacation days after six months.
Full tuition reimbursement and paid childbearing and parenting leave after 12 months.
$2-per-hour shift premium for hours worked from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., starting October 5th.