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Machine Helper

Pratt Industries
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 2 Mar 2026
💰 $38,000/yr

About the role

 

Jump on the path of a lifelong career with a

GREAT company in Carlisle!

 

Pratt is America’s 4th largest corrugated packaging company and the world’s largest, privately-held producer of 100% recycled containerboard, with more than 9000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability.

Pratt was founded in the USA more than 30 years ago and, since then, has shown dramatic growth with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than 27 states.

 

So what are the Perks of working at Pratt?

  • 401(k) & 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance – 1st of the month after you started
  • Dental insurance – 1st of the month after you started
  • Vision insurance – 1st of the month after you started
  • Paid Holidays – Eligiable day 1
  • Disability insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Parental leave

 

POSITION TITLE:  Machine Helper

REPORTS TO:  CONVERTING SUPERVISOR

 

Job Type: Full-time

Shifts:    1st Shift:  7AM - 3 PM          2nd Shift:  3 PM - 11 PM          3rd Shift:   11PM - 7AM

 

Wages: $19.80 hourly and up based on shift.

 

 

SUMMARY

Responsible for all activities associated with running the converting machines including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations.

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Set-up rails, print, and die cut section on converting machine accurately in accordance with proper setup techniques.
  • Inspect all dies before and after run to ensure that any necessary repairs are made before the next run.
  • Ensure all bolts for cutting dies are in place and tightly secured.
  • Monitor box quality, including, but not limited to, loose liner, warp, correct size, and print.
  • Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed.
  • Train and assist First Helper, Flexo Stacker, and Bundlers 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 other operators as necessary.
  • Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
  • Read and follow instructions on factory masters.
  • Take correct printing dies to press department machines.
  • Pick up all printing dies from press department machines and return to die room after order is complete.
  • Wash all dirty printing dies, remove tape, and band type.
  • Inspect all incoming dies for any necessary repairs. Glue and seal loose dies returned from machines.
  • Replace printing dies in proper sequence on printing die rack.
  • Assist Die Mounter in pulling load tags.
  • Sort and file load tags.
  • 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 work orders to supervision for needed repairs. Be proactive in the maintenance of equipment.
  • Adheres to production schedule. Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost, quality and service goals.  Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor.
  • Comply with all company policies and procedures, including safety and maintaining good housekeeping.
  • Additional duties may be assigned by management.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

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