Control Room Operator

As a Control Room Operator, you’ll play a vital role in keeping our corrugator production lines running smoothly and accurately. You’ll manage the setup, operation, and monitoring of the slitter/scorer and related systems to ensure every order meets quality, safety, and efficiency standards. Your attention to detail and technical skill will help deliver high-quality board that meets customer expectations.

Shift: 2^nd Shift (5:00 PM – 5:00 AM) — Must be available for overtime and occasional weekend work as needed

What You’ll Do

• Set up, operate, and monitor the slitter/scorer, including order changes, score settings, speed, sheet counts, and stack height.
• Verify order accuracy by cross-checking computer displays, dry end lineup, and scheduling data.
• Inspect board quality throughout production, checking for issues like cracked scores, loose edges, wrinkles, warps, and coating accuracy.
• Perform quality tests, such as soak tests, and ensure slit and score depth meet requirements.
• Set up tear-tape machine and preprint as needed.
• Communicate with the wet end team to ensure adjustments are made when necessary.
• Safely clear jams, address issues, and submit work orders for needed repairs.
• Assist with training new dry end personnel.
• Follow production schedules and recommend adjustments to optimize quality, cost, and service.
• Maintain housekeeping and comply with all safety standards.

Who You Are

• You’re dependable and show up ready to work every day
• You’re a team player who follows instructions and supports others
• Has Corrugator experience
• You’re comfortable staying active and working around machines
• You can read and understand safety instructions and production documents written in English
• You can use a tape measure accurately and consistently
• You’re confident using basic math for counts, measurements, and simple calculations
• You’re detail-oriented and care about doing things the right way
• You’re eager to learn, grow, and contribute to the team’s success

What to Expect on the Job

• You’ll be on your feet for most of you shift. This includes standing, walking, bending, kneeling and regularly or moving up to 40 pounds
• You will work near moving mechanical parts and in an environment where noise, vibration, and airborne particles are common
• The facility is not climate controlled, which means it can be very hot in the summer and cold in the winter
• Personal protective equipment (PPE) such as hearing protection, protective footwear, and safety glasses must be worn at all times

What We Offer

• We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the personal and professional needs of you and your family. Among the benefits available to eligible team members are:
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Life and disability insurance
• Healthy lifestyles programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-the-job training
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid childbearing and parental leave

Qualifications:

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 6000 highly-skilled, green-collar employees dedicated to the environment and sustainability.