Production Utility

Pratt Industries • Valparaiso, IN

2d

About The Position

The Production Utility performs varied tasks in assigned departments and may work in multiple plant areas during the week on different projects and customer orders. The role supports safe, quality-focused production, material movement, inventory accuracy, equipment upkeep, and workplace cleanliness. The employee will cross-train on other machines and positions and may switch duties with coworkers as needed. Overtime may be required, sometimes on short notice, and holiday work may be necessary because the company serves customers 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Additional duties may be assigned by management.

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 preferred.
• Experience with scanner- or barcode-based warehouse management inventory systems preferred.

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 Processes (GMPs).
• Learn and follow quality procedures and policies, identify poor-quality product during manufacturing, and prevent defective product from reaching customers.
• Perform varied tasks in assigned departments and potentially work in multiple plant areas on different projects and customer orders.
• Keep work areas clean and free of tripping hazards during and at the end of shifts, and maintain good housekeeping in areas used, including break rooms, bathrooms, and refrigerators.
• Move units and products from various sources to the next staging area.
• Maintain accurate records of moved units’ locations 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.
• Comply with company policies and procedures, including safety and housekeeping requirements.
• Adhere to the production schedule.
• Work overtime when necessary, sometimes 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