Production Utility

Pratt Industries • Valparaiso, IN

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About The Position

The Production Utility performs a variety of tasks across assigned plant departments and may work in multiple areas on projects and customer orders. The role supports production, material movement, inventory accuracy, equipment upkeep, and housekeeping while following safety, quality, and good manufacturing practices. Employees cross-train on machines and other plant positions and may switch duties with coworkers as needed.

The position requires adherence to production schedules and company policies. Overtime may be required, sometimes on short notice, and work may be required on holidays because the company serves customers 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Additional duties may be assigned by management. Starting wage is $20.90 per hour.

Requirements

• Must be Pratt forklift certified.
• Ability to multitask.
• Positive interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to problem-solve.
• Ability to read and understand a tape measure.
• Excellent time management skills.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Pratt experience and/or two years of forklift operation experience.
• Experience with scanner or barcode warehouse management inventory systems.

Responsibilities

• Work safely, follow Pratt Industries safety rules and operating procedures, and help hold coworkers accountable for safety.
• Participate in the Plant Safety Committee.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Practices and comply with quality procedures and policies.
• Identify and prevent poor-quality products from reaching customers.
• Perform a variety of tasks in assigned departments and work in multiple plant areas as needed.
• Keep work areas clean and free of tripping hazards during and at the end of shifts, and maintain housekeeping in areas used, including break rooms, bathrooms, and refrigerators.
• Move units and products to staging areas and maintain accurate location records for inventory accuracy.
• Perform basic forklift equipment maintenance and general housekeeping duties.
• Cross-train on other machines and learn other plant positions; switch duties with coworkers as necessary.
• Adhere to production schedules and company policies and procedures.
• Work overtime as necessary, potentially on short notice, and work holidays when required.
• Perform additional duties assigned by management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed