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General Summary:

The Production Engineer is a multi-skilled position responsible for all activities associated with the production and operation of the paper machine equipment. This consists of: proactively assisting all co-workers with setting up, operating, problem solving, and maintaining production of paper making equipment and processes in a 24/7 operation working 12 hour shifts in a 4 shift rotational concept. Included in their duties are to ensure adherence to directives and procedures, ensure all materials are available, ensure proper set-up of equipment, complete necessary reports in an accurate and timely manner and assist in the preventative machine maintenance. The Production Engineer will follow all established safe work practices.

Essential Job Functions:

• Mental Ability - must be able to communicate orally with team members and understand instructions provided in written, oral, or graphic form. Understand complex procedural and process designs, ability to read a tape measure accurately, process flow diagrams, gauges and operate a calculator for basic mathematical computations.
• Mechanical Aptitude -- Possess a working knowledge of basic computer use and "light general maintenance."
• Physical Ability Dimensions -Safety - Work is medium difficulty but fast paced. Individual must be able to stand for long periods and have good mobility. Individual must be ultra-cognizant of surroundings and potential hazards. Individual must be able to lift 50+ pounds (not repetitively), climb stairs, climb ladders and use hand tools. Individual must have no known chemical sensitivity and be able to function in an environment of extreme temperatures.

Education and/or Experience:

• Post-secondary educational degree (2 to 4 year degree from college, university, technical-school, military, vocational or other advanced educational institution) orrelated field or real world experience equivalent to the above mentioned educational backgroundis REQUIRED.
• Previous papermaking experience is not necessary.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Requirements:

• Drug testing/Screening, Background Checks, Physical exam, and Reference Checks
• Pre-employment aptitude testing
• Position requires passing an initial 4 to 5 month paid classroom training and practical application segment
• Practical application segment requires some advanced training out-of-state in Indiana or Ohio
• Wear all required Personal Protective Equipment (glasses, ear plugs, shoes, gloves, etc...)
• Monitor, control, and adjust machines, equipment and processes
• Demonstrates a proven record of learning aptitude
• Participate in ongoing educational certificate training program provided
• Housekeeping, including washing up, sweeping, and shoveling debris
• Working knowledge of equipment design for process troubleshooting
• "Hands On" mechanical capabilities to perform small repairs of paper mill equipment
• Perform physical testing of raw materials or finished product
• Continuously perform fast walking rounds of work area
• Train other employees as well as receive training in multiple disciplines of jobs through-out the plant
• Interpret data from the computer system and input data from various sources as needed
• Perform other tasks as required by Mill Management

Expectation of Production Engineers to become proficient in all job areas within mill.

Benefits:

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

401K Plan with Company Match

Child Bearing/Parental Leave

9 Paid Holidays/Paid Vacation

Uniforms/ $300 Safety Shoe & $250 Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement / Assistance Program

Healthy Lifestyles Program

Gym Reimbursement Program

Supplemental Life Insurance Plans

Supplemental Spouse and Child Life Insurance plans

Income Protection Plans

Legal and Travel Assistance Plans

EAP/Home Auto Insurance Plans

Wireless/Auto/Discount Plans

Pratt is America's 5th 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.

The company is dedicated to the sustainability of the environment, its customers and its people. The cornerstone of Pratt's mission is to protect and nurture the planet's natural resources while reducing our impact on the environment by "Harvesting the Urban Forest." By doing so the company also seeks to help its customers meet their environmental goals.