Production Engineer

The Production Engineer 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 Production Engineer will follow all established safe work practices.

• 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.”
• Physical Ability Dimensions –Safety – 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.

• Post-secondary educational degree (2 to 4 year degree from college, university, technical-school, military, vocational or other advanced educational institution) or related field or real world experience equivalent to the above mentioned educational background is REQUIRED
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• Previous paper making experience is not necessary.

• Drug testing/Screening, Background Checks, Physical exam, and Reference Checks
• Position requires passing an initial 4 to 5 month paid classroom training and practical application segment
• Practical application segment requires some advanced training out-of-state in Indiana or Ohio
• 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 perform 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

Expectation of Production Engineers to become proficient in all job areas within mill.

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance Plans

401K Plan with Company Match

Child Bearing/Parental Leave

9 Paid Holidays/Paid Vacation

Uniforms/ $300 Safety Shoe & $250 Prescription Safety Glasses Reimbursement

Tuition Reimbursement / Assistance 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 provides equal employment [and affirmative action] opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.