Production Utility - 2nd Shift

Pratt Industries•STOCKTON, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

The Production Utility supports production operations by safely assisting with machine setup, operation, and cleanup, and by recommending improvements that help meet customer demand. The role works in assigned departments and may rotate among plant areas, projects, and customer orders. The employee learns machine capabilities and job duties from Machine Operators and the Production Supervisor, cross-trains on other machines and plant positions, and assists with efficiency, quality, and downtime reduction without sacrificing product quality. The position also supports safety, quality, GMP compliance, housekeeping, production scheduling, and accurate reporting. Work may require overtime on short notice and holidays, as the company serves customers 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Additional duties may be assigned by management.

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 quickly and accurately.
Ability to calculate percentages, measurements, volume, and rate, and apply high school mathematics concepts.
Ability to use common-sense understanding to follow written, oral, or graphic instructions and address problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.
Regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.
Able to work overtime as necessary, sometimes on short notice, and holidays when required.

Nice To Haves

Prior work experience in the packaging industry, including paper, plastics, or converting.
Six months of experience in some type of manufacturing operation.

Responsibilities

Safely assist with production machine setup, operation, and cleanup.
Follow company safety rules and operating procedures, remain aware of surroundings, and help hold coworkers accountable for safety-related matters.
Participate in the Plant Safety Committee.
Follow Good Manufacturing Processes (GMPs) and company quality procedures and policies.
Identify and prevent poor-quality products from being sent to customers.
Perform varied duties in assigned departments and potentially work in multiple plant areas on projects and customer orders.
Maintain clean work areas and help keep utilized spaces, including break rooms, bathrooms, and refrigerators, clean and free of hazards.
Learn machine capabilities and capacities from Machine Operators and assist with improving efficiency, limiting waste, and reducing downtime while maintaining quality.
Learn machine duties, downtime and setup times, and quality expectations from Machine Operators and the Production Supervisor.
Cross-train on other machines and learn other plant positions.
Complete required reports accurately and on time, including production, machine operational status, safety, and quality data.
Switch duties with coworkers as needed.
Adhere to the production schedule and company policies and procedures.
Work overtime as necessary, sometimes on short notice, and work holidays when necessary.
Perform additional duties assigned by management.