Machine Operator 1st Shift - Experience Required

Position: Folder Gluer, Flexo Press, Rotary Die Cutter, Jumbo Operator

Shift: 1st

Location: Sandston, VA

Job Type: Full Time, Hourly

 

Perks of Pratt:

Within 1 Month: Eligible for insurance benefits

At 3 Months: 401k with partial match

At 6 Months: Paid vacation days

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

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Job Description

Overview:

• Responsible for all activities associated with running the folder gluer, including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

 

Primary Responsibilities:

• Accurate and efficient set-up of all folding and gluing operations of the machine in accordance with proper setup techniques.
• Minimize waste of sheet stock and glue.
• Properly operate machine to run efficiently and produce quality products.
• Ensure diagonal and corrugator scores are broken when necessary.
• Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed.
• Assist in training all Post job positions.
• Learn to run a variety of box styles.
• Check the quality of boxes during the run, including: mis-slotted boxes, loose liner, misprints, and any other defects.
• 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.
• Adheres to the production schedule.  Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals.  Reports any unusual scheduling issues to the Supervisor.
• Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
• Additional duties may be assigned by management.

 

 

Qualifications:

• Must have experience in the manufacturing industry running a machine.
  • Experience in the corrugated industry preferred.
• Must be able to learn and assist in mechanical set up.
• Must be able to help troubleshoot problems and assist in necessary repairs.
• Must have a working knowledge of the following:
• Current production software
• Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation
• Product layouts and production specifications
• Product quality specifications
• Quality standards

 

Required Skills:

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
• Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters.
• Intermediate computer skills
• Strong math/algebra skills
• Problem solving and critical thinking

 

Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED.

 

Physical Demands:

• The employee is regularly required to walk and talk and hear.
• The employee is frequently required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with hands and arms. 
• The employee is occasionally required to sit. 
• Vision requirements include: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

 

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