Job Title: Machine Operator 1 FLSA Status: Non-Exempt Department: Operations Reports to: Assistant Manager, Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent GENERAL DESCRIPTION / PURPOSE: Machine Operator 1 (MO1) is responsible for operating, maintaining, and repairing company railway maintenance and inspection equipment. This position can operate Loram’s on track MOW equipment and/or on track vehicles with supervision in both operating and travel modes. In this role you may be assigned to various types of equipment platforms dependent on business needs and demands. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Safety Focused • Ability to lead a comprehensive and appropriate job briefing during operations shifts, maintenance shifts, and while conducting maintenance tasks. • Consistently follows safe work processes, procedures and rules • Understands on track safety and can explain specifics when asked • Able to locate all emergency equipment and demonstrate correct operation Machine Operations and Technical Knowledge • Conducts machine inspections to identify problems, defects, changes, and hazards and communicates conditions to the operator or supervisor and performs common repairs as instructed. Provides accurate feedback that allows machine leadership to make maintenance decisions • Accurately records and reports common parts used to supervisor, including floor stock • Performs maintenance and repairs according to set schedules and policies • Accurately describes gauge and HMI functions as they relate to machine operation • Demonstrates the ability to document and complete daily field reporting, personal expense reporting, field lodging, and other administrative reporting as necessary BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES: • Safety Awareness • Values Based • Learning on the Fly • Action Oriented • Listening • Personal Learning REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience: Internal: 3+ Months Experience working with Loram equipment or equivalent in a 24/7 environment; Some assignments require Excavator experience. Meet all relevant or applicable pre-qualifications as noted in the general description for this role and Loram’s career development matrix. External: 2+ Years Demonstrated technical skills such as mechanical, electrical, hydraulic and machine operations. 2+ Years Demonstrated ability to learn communicate verbally and in writing and learn best practices Licenses/Certifications: Maintain Railroad Certifications, CPR/First Aid, valid Driver’s License WORKING CONDITIONS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • 100% travel, including international, using any method of transportation. • Ability to apply high levels of cognitive, analytical, retention and reasoning. • Excellent communication skills used within any social context. • Can stand, sit, walk, reach, balance, stoop, kneel, hear, taste and smell. • Can see up close, distances, colors and has use of peripheral vision and depth perception. • Can tolerate variable and sometimes extreme physical conditions during visits or inspections of company equipment in a railroad environment. BENEFITS: Benefits for this role include a comprehensive package with company-sponsored medical, dental, and vision insurance; Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options; wellness programs; basic life and AD&D insurance; voluntary life insurance; company paid short-term and long-term disability coverage; 401(k) retirement plan including an employer match of 150% up to the first 6% you contribute to the Plan; Employee Assistance Program (EAP); behavioral health support; and leaves of absence. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement, payroll charity contributions, adoption assistance and optional plans such as legal, critical illness, and hospitalization. COMPENSATION: Loram determines compensation based on factors such as skills, competencies, education, and/or experience. Certain positions may be eligible for an annual bonus and paid time off in addition to base compensation. Starting pay for the position is between $20.00 - $21.00 Loram is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Rev: May 2025
See More Details >>Job Description As an Assistant Machine Operator, you will be responsible for assisting production machine operators in safely operating equipment, setting up, cleaning, and recommending improvements to meet customer demands. Duties and Responsibilities: • Work safely at all times and comply with Pratt Industries safety rules and procedures. • Follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) to ensure high-quality products. • Assist in identifying and addressing mechanical concerns and report to supervisors or plant mechanical technicians. • Perform housekeeping duties, including cleaning work areas and maintaining good housekeeping practices. • Assist in completing reports and maintenance requests in a timely manner.
See More Details >>MACHINE HELPER SUMMARY Responsible for all activities associated with helping operators on all machines including setup, operation, cleanup, and recommending improvements to operations. This is an entry level, hourly position where advancement in operations is expected. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Can include but are not limited to: • Set-up rails, print, and die cut section on converting machine accurately in accordance with proper setup techniques. • Inspect all dies before and after the 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. • 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 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. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE High school diploma or GED. Experience within a manufacturing or production environment is preferred. Servers/service industry experience may be considered LANGUAGE SKILLS Able to read and follow instructions on factory masters. 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 The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the functions of this job. 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 must be able to lift up to 50 pounds. The employee is occasionally required to sit. 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 The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the functions of this job. 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. Requirements: Pratt is America's 5th largest corrugated packaging company and the world's largest, privately-held 100% recycled paper and packaging company, with more than 10,000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability. We provide careers where employees' needs are met first. At Pratt, you can find pride in your work, benefits built around your life and a culture focused on helping you learn, grow and thrive. BENEFITS • Insurance benefits and wellness reimbursement within one month. • Paid holidays from day one and 401(k) with match at 3 months. • Paid vacation at 6 months. • Tuition reimbursement at one year. • Stability in an organization that has continued to outpace growth of the entire industry. • Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, STD, and a HDHP with HSA.
See More Details >>Entering the machining trade in Warner Robins, GA, typically begins with specialized education and training, often through apprenticeship programs that combine hands-on experience with classroom instruction. These apprenticeships, which last about four to five years, require extensive training under experienced professionals. According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 288,789 machinists nationwide, with a median annual wage of $50,840. In Warner Robins, the average weekly wage for machinists is around $1,000, with experienced professionals earning up to $1,500 per week. Educational pathways include apprenticeships, postsecondary programs, and on-the-job training, with trade schools and technical colleges offering specialized machinist programs. This career path offers strong earning potential and opportunities for advancement, particularly with the integration of advanced technologies in the industry.
