Production Worker

Pratt Industries•Henderson, KY

56d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for all activities associated with running production machines including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations. This role involves monitoring quality, maximizing equipment utilization, training and assisting other team members, and cross-training on various machines. The Production Worker will also be responsible for completing necessary reports accurately and in a timely manner, submitting maintenance work orders, and adhering to the production schedule while making recommendations for optimization. Compliance with all company policies, including safety and housekeeping, is essential. Additional duties may be assigned by management.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED
Eligible to work in the United States.
Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screen.
Work overtime as required.
Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate.
Able to apply concepts of high school math.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form.
Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations.

Nice To Haves

Strong desire to learn and grow in a state-of-the-art, fast-paced environment
Prior work experience in the packaging industry.
6 months’ experience in some type of manufacturing operation.
May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License.

Responsibilities

Monitor quality.
Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed.
Train and assist First and Second Helpers with job duties on the machine.
Cross-train on other machines.
Complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner, including but not limited to: Production Data, Machine Operational Status, Safety Data, Quality Data.
Turn in maintenance work orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
Switch duties with First Helper as necessary.
Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
Adheres to production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals. Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.
Additional duties may be assigned by management.