Machine Operator Machine Operator is responsible for the setup, operation, and maintenance of machinery used in the production of corrugated products. This includes ensuring machine efficiency, monitoring product quality, and training other operators. Duties and Responsibilities • Machine Setup & Operation • Accurately set up designated machine according to established setup procedures. • Operate machinery at optimal capacity and speed, ensuring smooth production runs. • Ensure cutting dies are secured properly, and inspect all dies before and after each run for needed repairs. • Maximize equipment utilization while adhering to safety and quality standards. • Quality Control & Monitoring • Monitor and inspect the quality of boxes, checking for issues such as loose liners, warping, incorrect sizing, and print quality. • Report any production irregularities or quality concerns to the supervisor. • Maintenance & Safety • Proactively identify and address equipment issues by submitting maintenance work orders and performing basic troubleshooting. • Comply with safety protocols and maintain a clean, organized work area. • Follow company policies related to safety, production, and machine operation. • Training • Assist in training new machine operators and support cross-training on other machines within the department. • Documentation & Reporting • Complete required documentation accurately and on time, including production data, machine operational status, and quality control data. • Assist with scheduling to meet production goals and optimize machine uptime. • Additional Duties • Assist with other duties as assigned by the management team. • Recommend improvements in machine operations and production efficiency. Education and Experience Preferred • High school diploma or GED. • Prior experience in the corrugated industry. • 6+ months of experience as a Press Department First Helper or in the Press and Finishing Departments. Skills & Abilities • Language Skills • Ability to read and follow instructions, including factory masters and job-specific guidelines. • Mathematical Skills • Ability to read a tape measure accurately and calculate measurements, percentages, volume, and rates using basic math concepts. • Reasoning Ability • Ability to solve problems using common sense and apply instructions in various forms (written, oral, graphic). • Able to deal with concrete variables in standardized situations. • Technical Skills • Knowledge of equipment design and capabilities for efficient machine operation. • Familiarity with product layouts, production specifications, and quality standards. Physical Demands • Ability to regularly stand, walk, talk, or hear. • Frequent use of hands to handle, feel, and reach. • Occasional sitting, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. • Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds regularly and up to 100 pounds occasionally. • Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment • Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts and wet/humid conditions. • Occasional exposure to high places, fumes, airborne particles, and vibration. • The noise level in the work environment is typically loud. Performance Measurements • Operating Standards: Must meet or exceed standards for quality, cost, safety, customer satisfaction, and productivity. • Personal Growth: Growth will be measured based on professional development goals, which will be reviewed annually. • Employee Relations: Evaluation based on effective communication, respect, and teamwork. • Creativity: Active participation in business innovation and process improvement initiatives. About Us Pratt Industries is America's 5th largest corrugated packaging company and the world's largest privately-held producer of 100% recycled containerboard. With over 9,000 skilled employees dedicated to sustainability, we pride ourselves on our commitment to the environment. Founded in the USA over 30 years ago, we have experienced significant growth with advanced manufacturing facilities across 27 states.
See More Details >>Pratt Industries Job Opportunities Unpack your potential and grow with Pratt Industries - full-time year round jobs with a growing manufacturing company Pay starts at $19.80/hour, based on experience A company that cares, Pratt Industries is looking for new talent to join our family. Why Choose Us? At Pratt Industries, we care about our employees by providing secure jobs, a safe work environment, and many supportive benefits. By investing in employees, we are able to offer growth opportunities to build a thriving, lifelong career. Perks of Pratt? Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement program within ONE MONTH of hire 3 Months: PAID holidays & 401(k) with match 6 Months: PAID vacation days 12 Months: FULL tuition reimbursement and PAID childbearing and parenting leave Qualifications? Only ONE thing: • Strong desire to learn and grow in a state-of-the-art, fast-paced environment What Do Machine Operators Do at Pratt Industries? Our Machine Operators run the machines involved in converting corrugated board into the 2-D version of a box! Think boxes for Domino's pizzas, moving with Home Depot, Amazon deliveries, Hello Fresh meals, and more! (And yes, we make those!) What's It Like Working Here? PHYSICAL DEMANDS Regularly required to stand, walk, talk, and hear. Frequently required to use hands to handle, or feel, reach with hands and arms. Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds with the assistance of another worker. SPECIFIC VISION ABILITIES required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy. Able to apply concepts of high school math. REASONING ABILITY Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form.
See More Details >>Machine Assistant Reports to: Production Supervisor Hours: 2pm-10pm M-F with OT and Weekend Work Summary: Responsible for all activities associated with assisting the machine operator in running the assigned machine including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations. Duties & 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. • Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed. • Learn to run a variety of box styles. • Check 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 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. • Excellent attendance and organizational skills are a must • Additional duties may be assigned by management. Education and/or Experience • High school diploma or GED. Candidates are PREFERRED who offer the following: • Prior work experience in the corrugated industry. Language Skills • Ability to read, comprehend and interpret operating instructions, training and procedure manuals. • Excellent communication skills; ability to speak effectively to employees, managers and internal/external customers. • Excellent listening skills; ability to provide positive and corrective feedback. Mathematical Skills • Able to read a tape measure with speed and accuracy. • Able to calculate figures and amounts such as percentages, measurement, volume and rate. • Able to apply concepts of high school math. Reasoning Ability • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or graphic form. • Ability to deal with problems involving one or more concrete variables in standardized situations. Technical Skills • The individual must have a working knowledge of the following: Equipment design and capabilities that can be translated into efficient operation. • Product layouts and production specifications. Product quality specifications. Quality standards. Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: May be required to maintain a current Lift Truck Operator License. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to high, precarious places; fumes or airborne particles; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. Performance Measurements: The performance of the employee will be measured as follows: • 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.
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in Lewisburg, PA typically begins with specialized education and training, such as apprenticeship programs or postsecondary education, which combine hands-on experience with classroom learning. Apprenticeships last about four to five years, requiring extensive training under experienced professionals. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840, and projects little or no change in employment from 2023 to 2033. Apprentices in Pennsylvania earn an average of $1,190 per week, with experienced professionals often exceeding $80,000 annually. Technical colleges, unions, and training platforms help aspiring machinists find apprenticeship opportunities, leading to a career with strong earning potential and opportunities for career advancement in this essential manufacturing field.
