Experienced Digital or Corrugated Machine Operator 1st Shift

About the role

This position is responsible for digital printing solutions for customers, including cutting, printing, and assembly of samples for customer orders. The role involves safely operating production machines, setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to meet customer demand.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Scheduler, Graphic Design, and Structural Designers.
• Operate machinery safely, comply with Pratt Industries Safety rules, and participate in the Plant Safety Committee.
• Follow Good Manufacturing Processes (GMPs) and quality procedures to prevent poor quality from reaching customers.
• Maximize equipment utilization by operating machinery at available capacity and speed, improving setup and downtime daily.
• Maintain housekeeping in work areas, break rooms, bathrooms, and other shared spaces.
• Learn machine capabilities and drive efficiencies to limit waste and downtime without sacrificing quality.
• Cross-train on other machines and positions within the plant.
• Complete accurate and timely reports, including production data, machine operational status, safety data, and quality data.
• Submit maintenance work order requests proactively and assist in equipment upkeep.
• Switch duties with co-workers as needed and comply with company policies and procedures.
• Adhere to the production schedule, optimize it for cost, quality, and service goals, and report unusual scheduling issues.
• Work overtime as necessary, including short notice and holidays.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Experience in the Digital or Corrugated Industry.
• Basic math proficiency, including fractions and the ability to read a tape measure.
• Strong computer skills with a file-to-print process.

Skills

• Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
• Proficient in reading a tape measure with speed and accuracy.
• Able to calculate figures such as percentages, measurements, volume, and rate.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written, oral, or graphic instructions.
• Ability to handle problems involving concrete variables in standardized situations.

Physical Demands

• Regularly required to stand, walk, talk, or hear.
• Frequently required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• Occasionally required to sit.
• Must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• Requires close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts.
• Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
• Occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration.
• Noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

Benefits

• Paid holidays from day one.
• Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement program within one month of hire.
• 401(k) with company match after three months.
• Paid vacation days after six months.
• Full tuition reimbursement and paid childbearing and parenting leave after twelve months.

Schedule

1st shift (12-hour shifts).