General Utility 1st shift

Shift/Hours: Monday – Friday 5:00am – 3:00pm
Starting Pay Rate: $16.00/Hr.

About the role

In General Utility at Pratt Industries – Memphis, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of production machinery. This position involves a variety of tasks, including machine setup, operation, cleanup, and troubleshooting, with a focus on safety, meeting customer demand, and maintaining high-quality standards. You’ll work in a fast-paced environment, constantly striving for improvements in equipment efficiency while ensuring safety and cleanliness in your work area.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures, ensure compliance with operational guidelines and OSHA regulations
• Inspect products and materials to meet quality standards, follow proper procedures to ensure consistency and accuracy in production, and identify and report any quality concerns
• Operate or learn to operate a variety of machinery including forklifts and production equipment
• Monitor equipment performance, report malfunctions, and assist in setup/adjustments as well as routine maintenance of machines
• Participate in periodic training sessions to enhance skills and stay updated on best practices for manufacturing operations
• Document operational data and report production progress
• Assist with troubleshooting minor mechanical issues and communicate effectively with team members and supervisors
• Adapt to changes in work assignments, shifts, and production needs
• Collaborate with coworkers to meet production goals and willingly take on additional responsibilities as needed
• Load and unload materials safely and efficiently
• Maintain a clean work environment by properly disposing of waste
• Additional duties may be assigned by management

Requirements

• Prior experience in a manufacturing facility is preferred but not required
• Ability to follow instructions under limited supervision
• Ability to operate forklifts and other equipment as needed (training provided)
• Basic PC skills
• Ability to learn manufacturing principles and practices
• Perform basic mathematical calculations and read a tape measure
• Standing, bending, and repetitive motions for extended periods
• Forklift certification preferred or ability to obtain one
• Compliance with physical, drug-screening, and background check requirements

Benefits

• Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement within one month
• Paid holidays from day one and 401(k) with match at 3 months
• Tuition reimbursement at one year
• Medical, dental, short-term disability, and HSA
• Paid childbearing/parental leave at one year
• Health Employee Assistance Programs
• Safety and PPE reimbursements
• Cell phone discount with 2 major providers
• Monthly incentive bonus if plant goals are met

Pay

Starting pay rate: $16.00 per hour

Schedule

Monday – Friday, 5:00am – 3:00pm