Paper Machine Operator

Pratt Industries • LA

129d • $37,440 - $85,000

About The Position

The Paper Machine Operator is a multi-skilled position responsible for all activities associated with the production and operation of the paper machine equipment. This consists of: proactively assisting all co-workers with setting up, operating, problem solving, and maintaining production of paper making equipment and processes in a 24/7 operation working 12 hour shifts in a 4 shift rotational concept. Included in their duties are to ensure adherence to directives and procedures, ensure all materials are available, ensure proper set-up of equipment, complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner and assist in the preventative machine maintenance. The Paper Machine Operator will follow all established safe work practices.

Requirements

• Post-secondary educational degree (2 to 4 year degree from college, university, technical-school, military, vocational or other advanced educational institution) is required.
• Drug testing/Screening, Background Checks, Physical exam, and Reference Checks.
• Pre-employment aptitude testing.
• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (glasses, ear plugs, shoes, gloves, etc.).
• Demonstrates a proven record of learning aptitude.
• Working knowledge of equipment design for process troubleshooting.
• Hands On mechanical capabilities to perform small repairs of paper mill equipment.

Responsibilities

• Communicate orally with team members and understand instructions provided in written, oral, or graphic form.
• Understand complex procedural and process designs.
• Read a tape measure accurately, process flow diagrams, gauges and operate a calculator for basic mathematical computations.
• Possess a working knowledge of basic computer use and light general maintenance.
• Ensure guards are in place, follow lock-tag-try procedures, observe hazards such as nip points, and follow plant and department safety rules.
• Monitor, control, and adjust machines, equipment and processes.
• Participate in ongoing educational certificate training program provided.
• Perform physical testing of raw materials or finished product.
• Continuously perform fast walking rounds of work area.
• Train other employees as well as receive training in multiple disciplines of jobs throughout the plant.
• Interpret data from the computer system and input data from various sources as needed.
• Perform other tasks as required by Mill Management.

Benefits

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
• 401K Plan with Company Match
• Mill Incentive Program: Earn up to 33.3% of monthly base pay each month (Paid Quarterly)
• Child Bearing/Parental Leave
• 9 Paid Holidays/Paid Vacation
• Uniforms/ $275 Safety Shoe & $250 Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement
• Tuition Reimbursement / Assistance Program
• Healthy Lifestyles Program
• Gym Reimbursement Program
• Supplemental Life Insurance Plans
• Supplemental Spouse and Child Life Insurance plans
• Income Protection Plans
• Legal and Travel Assistance Plans
• EAP/Home Auto Insurance Plans
• Wireless/Auto/Discount Plans

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees