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Pratt Industries

Machine Operator 2nd Shift

Sandston, VA · On-site

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

Folder Gluer, Flexo Press, Rotary Die Cutter, Jumbo Operator Shift: 2nd Location : Sandston, VA Job Type : Full Time, Hourly Perks of Pratt: Within 1 Month: Eligible for insurance benefits At 3 ...

W3Global Inc.

Lead Operator

Mansfield, OH

$18 - $24/hr

Lead Operator - Jumbo Printer Slotter Job Type: Full-time | In-person Compensation: Competitive Pay + Benefits Overview: One of our clients is seeking an experienced Lead Operator for a 2 Color Jumbo ...

CrossCountry Mortgage

Jumbo Underwriter

... operating over 700 branches and servicing loans across all 50 states, D.C. and Puerto Rico. Our ... The Jumbo Underwriter is responsible for validating income, asset and collateral documents ...

CrossCountry Mortgage

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Manhattan, NY · On-site

... operating over 700 branches and servicing loans across all 50 states, D.C. and Puerto Rico. Our ... DE, SAR or LAPP certifications, highly preferred. 3+ years' Jumbo products experience. Minimum of 3 ...

Mativ

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Windsor, CT · On-site

$17.75 - $21.25/hr

Slitter Operator 1 - Third Shift Mativ is a global leader in specialty materials headquartered in ... Operation generally involves the loading of a jumbo roll onto unwind, adjusting machine components ...

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Machine Operator 2nd Shift

Machine Operator 2nd Shift

Pratt Industries

Sandston, VA • On-site

$16.75 - $20.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Pratt Industries rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 103 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

38th of 109 rated packaging manufacturers

Job description

Position: Folder Gluer, Flexo Press, Rotary Die Cutter, Jumbo Operator
Shift: 2nd
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 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 & Experience Requirements:
  • High school diploma or GED.
  • Candidates are PREFERRED who offer the following:
    • Prior work experience in the corrugated industry.
    • 6 months experience in the Press and Finishing Department.
    • 6 months experience operating a Folder Gluer.

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.

Work Environment:
  • Work space is not climate controlled and can reach both hot and cold extremes (30 degrees - 110 degrees Fahrenheit).
  • Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Performance Measurements:
  • Operating standards - the employee will need to meet or exceed the Operating Standards in the areas of quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction and productivity. Such standards will be set annually and communicated to the employee.
  • Personal growth - while the company will provide the tools to assist the employee to grow professionally the responsibility for moving forward lies with the individual. Each year there will be goals developed and agreed to by the employee and his/her superior.
  • Employee relations - through observations the employee will be evaluated regarding his/her behaviors associated with appropriate human interaction, respect and communication.
  • Creativity - this will be evaluated by how active the employee is in participating in advancing the business through new and innovative ideas.

Pratt Industries is America's 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than 7,500 highly skilled employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability. Pratt Industries is one of the largest corrugated packaging companies in America, with sophisticated manufacturing facilities in more than a dozen states. The company operates three of the most modern, cost effective paper mills in the country, as well as a series of sheet and box plants strategically placed throughout the United States offering a wide range of creative packaging solutions. Pratt Industries is committed to recycling and the environment by "harvesting the urban forest."
Pratt Industries offers competitive compensation plans with incentive opportunities, full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, FSA, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, and paid holidays.

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