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Pratt Industries

Paper Machine Operator

Shreveport, LA · On-site

$85K/yr

The Paper Machine Operator is a multi-skilled position responsible for all activities associated with the production and operation of the paper machine equipment. This consists of: proactively ...

Avery Dennison

Coating Machine Operator

Painesville, OH · On-site

$25.09/hr

Join our team as a Coating (Compounding Flex) Machine Operator in Building 7! In this role, you will lead machine set ups, perform changeovers, troubleshoot issues, and operate coating line assets ...

Pratt Industries

Paper Machine Operator

Valparaiso, IN · On-site

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

Paper Machine Operator: Drive Innovation and Excellence in Papermaking! Are you an ambitious, technically-minded individual ready to launch a high-impact career in a cutting-edge manufacturing ...

Pratt Industries

Paper Machine Operator

Valparaiso, IN

$14.50 - $17.25/hr

Paper Machine Operator: Drive Innovation and Excellence in Papermaking! Are you an ambitious, technically-minded individual ready to launch a high-impact career in a cutting-edge manufacturing ...

Pratt Industries

Paper Machine Operator

Conyers, GA · On-site

$14.75 - $17.50/hr

Monitor machines, equipment, and processes Housekeeping to include washing up, raking up paper, shoveling debris, etc Small repairs of paper mill equipment Identify areas for process improvement ...

Pratt Industries

Paper Machine Operator

Conyers, GA

$14.75 - $17.50/hr

Monitor machines, equipment, and processes Housekeeping to include washing up, raking up paper, shoveling debris, etc Small repairs of paper mill equipment Identify areas for process improvement ...

KCM Technical

Machine Operator - Coater

Walled Lake, MI · On-site

Set up and operate a coating machine to apply solutions to continuous sheet materials in order to impart special physical properties to determined specifications. * Load/unload rolls of material onto ...

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Paper Machine Operator

Pratt Industries

Shreveport, LA • On-site

$85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 10 days ago

Pratt Industries rating

7.5

Company rating: 7.5 out of 10

Based on 108 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

44th of 119 rated packaging manufacturers

Job description

General Summary:
The Paper Machine Operator 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 Paper Machine Operator 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."
  • Safety - It is plant policy to work in a safe manner. All Material Handlers must ensure guards are in place, follow lock-tag-try procedures, observe hazards such as nip points, and follow plant and department safety rules.

Physical Demands:
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) is required.

Additional Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Requirements:
  • Drug testing/Screening, Background Checks, Physical exam, and Reference Checks
  • Pre-employment aptitude testing
  • 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 preform 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

Salary Compensation:
Paper Machine Operators will be Salaried Non-Exempt (qualify for overtime above 40 hrs./week)
Starting Base Salary: $37,440/yr, 41,600 after 90 days, $45,760 at one year.. (Based on 2080 hrs)
There is built-in overtime with the (4) four shift rotating schedule
Mill Incentive Program: Monthly maximum of 26.67% of Base Salary (Paid Monthly). In addition, quarterly incentive based on production from the quarter and your performance. (Paid Quarterly)
Total Compensation: Ability to earn $85,000.00+ per year with base salary, overtime, and incentive plan
Additional Opportunities for Salary Increases:
Skills Enhancement Learning Program: (4) competency levels to increase base salary rate
Annual Performance Reviews
Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans
401K Plan with Company Match
Mill Incentive Program: Earn up to 33.3% of monthly base pay each month (Paid Quarterly)
Child Bearing/Parental Leave
9 Paid Holidays/Paid Vacation
Uniforms/ $275 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 Industries is America's 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than 9,000 highly skilled green collar 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 twenty states. The company operates several 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, All State, Pre-Paid Legal, and 401(k) with company match, paid vacation, paid holidays, and childbearing and parental leave.
Pratt Industries is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - M/F/V/D

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