Job Description
Position Summary:
Coordinate the maintenance and repair of a wide variety of production or processing machines and equipment with minimal downtime. Involves checking, setting up, and operating various types of production tools and equipment prior to approving for production use.
Essential Functions/Position Responsibilities:
Ensure the safety of the Equipment: Check and repair safety guards, Installed correctly, check for obstruction, Check and repair hydraulics: Leaks, Cracks, breaks, etc. Check operating vehicles, Brakes are functional, Fluids are within specified range, Safety equipment is functional and in place, Check propane tanks for rust, corrosion, damages and repair
Maintain Inventory and Supply of Replacement parts: Keep written records; send report on a monthly basis, Order parts, as approved by Facility Manager, Work with vendors concerning replacement parts and quality
Keep All Equipment in Operating Condition: Preventative Maintenance for all machinery and vehicles. Follow prescribed schedules, Assist/train operators to do own maintenance, mechanical repairs for all machinery and vehicles
Forklift: Make sure all safety features are working, Know and be able to repair Hydraulic System, Know basic engine trouble-shooting and repair, Change all filters and fluids, Know and repair brake system, Know and repair fuel system, Certification to Operate
Baler: Chain link, Needle head (replace and repair) *straighten if necessary, Needle arms, (align) (leveling cage), Twister fingers ,Wire guides, Cutter blades, Change hydraulic fluids and filters, Repair oil leaks and hydraulic lines, Wear plates and "platen", Leak tests on rams, Replace ram tub and cylinder, Replace computer controls cards, Repair and replace all safety features, Repair P.M. (steam clean, filters, and grease),(Welding) structural work
All Conveyors: Replace belt - track belt, Replace cleats, Repair or replace clutch drive, Repair or replace baffles/guide wheels, Bearings, Regular P.M. (steam clean), (Welding) structural work
Densifier: Make sure all guards are on after repair, Repair and replace limit switches, Wiring on limit switches, Replace hydraulic hoses, Replace valves, o-rings, Replace battery on computer, Replace RAM and o-rings, Wear plates (monitor and replace), Pre-crusher Wheel (replace), Replace bearings and belt of conveyor and tracking, Any structural repairs, Replace hydraulic motor
Safety: Make sure all machinery is locked out before repair, Keep management informed of wear factors and possible breakdowns, Keep logs of all repairs, Keep all repair areas clean, Schedule/Prioritize All Repairs and Preventative Maintenance, Baler, Densifier, Forklift, Loader, Plastic Line, Glass Line
Follow all company policies per Employee Handbook Code of Conduct.
Follow all company safety guidelines.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
Additional Information
Pay Rate: $20.00 - $26.00
Full-Time: Over-time allowed
Pratt Recycling is a Pratt Industries company that works with communities and businesses across America to maximize landfill diversion by Harvesting the Urban Forest. The rapidly-expanding division has recycling and recovery facilities in ten states, and our operational footprint stretches from New York to California.
Pratt Recycling is a company with tremendous upward mobility and career possibilities. We have multiple success stories of front line laborers becoming plant managers during their time with the company. A job within Pratt Recycling can be more than simply a job to pay your rent, it can become a career.
Pratt Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• AD D insurance
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Gym membership
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Relocationassistance
• Retirement planning
• Safety equipment provided
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance
• Wellness program

EEOC Statement
Pratt Industries provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.