Pratt Industries is now hiring Machine Helper in Stockton, CA 95215. View job listing details and apply now. Machine Helper Responsible for all activities associated with assisting Machine Operator and Machine Helpers with running production machines including setup operation cleanup and recommending improvements to operations DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Monitor quality Maximize the utilization of equipment by operating the machinery at available capacity and speed Train and assist First and Second Helpers with job duties on the machine 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 First Helper as necessary Comply with all company policies and procedures including safety and maintaining good housekeeping Adheres to production schedule Makes recommendations for optimizing the schedule to meet cost quality and service goals Reports any unusual scheduling issues to Supervisor Additional duties may be assigned by management EDUCATION andor EXPERIENCE High school diploma or GED Candidates are PREFERRED who offer the following Prior work experience in the packaging industry 6 months experience in some type of manufacturing operation 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 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 may occasionally be required to sit The employee must regularly lift andor move up to 50 to 60 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 andor 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 Equal Opportunity EmployerMinoritiesFemalesDisabledVeterans Requirements Pratt Industries is Americas 5th largest paper and packaging company with more than 7000 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 401k with company match paid vacationpaid holidays and childbearing and parental leave Pratt Industries is an Equal OpportunityAffirmative Action Employer - MFVD