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General Utility 1st shift

Pratt Industries
Memphis, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 4/3/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/2/2026
General Utility/Hand Labor – 1st Shift

Shift/Hours: Monday – Friday 5:00am – 3:00pm

Starting Pay Rate: $16.00/Hr.

In General Utility at Pratt Industries – Memphis, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient operation of production machinery. This position involves a variety of tasks, including machine setup, operation, cleanup, and troubleshooting, with a focus on safety, meeting customer demand and maintaining high-quality standards. You’ll work in a fast-paced environment, constantly striving for improvements in equipment efficiency while ensuring safety and cleanliness in your work area.

Give And Get

What You’ll Get:

  • Insurance Benefits and wellness reimbursement within one month
  • Paid holidays from day one and 401(k) with match at 3 months
  • Tuition reimbursement at one year
  • Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, short-term disability and HSA
  • Paid Childbearing/parental leave at one year
  • Health Employee Assistance Programs to help you manage your life at work and at home
  • Safety and PPE Reimbursements
  • Cell phone discount with 2 major providers
  • Monthly incentive bonus if plant goals are met

What You’ll Give

  • A Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement
  • Dedication to maintaining equipment and production area cleanliness
  • Leadership in training and assisting fellow team members, including machine operators and helpers.
  • Active participation in meeting production schedules and resolving challenges proactively.

Key Duties And Success Factors

  • Safety & Compliance: You must adhere to all company safety policies and procedures, ensure compliance with operational guidelines and OSHA regulations
  • Quality Assurance: Inspect products and materials to meet quality standards, follow proper procedures to ensure consistency and accuracy in production, and identify and report any quality concerns.
  • Operational Efficiency: Operate or learn to operate a variety of machinery including forklifts and production equipment. Monitor equipment performance, report malfunctions, and assist in setup/adjustments as well as routine maintenance of machines.
  • Training & Development: Participate in periodic training sessions to enhance skills, stay updated on best practices for manufacturing operations, and apply learned skills to improve workplace productivity and efficiency.
  • Reporting & Maintenance: Document operational data and report production progress, assist with troubleshooting minor mechanical issues, and communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.
  • Flexibility & Teamwork: Adapt to changes in work assignments, shifts, and production needs. Collaborate with coworkers to meeting production goals and willingly take on additional responsibilities as needed.
  • Additional duties may be assigned by management.

What You’ll Need To Be Successful

  • Experience: Prior experience in a manufacturing facility is preferred but not required.
  • Skills:
    • Ability to follow instructions under limited supervision
    • Load and unload materials safely and efficiently
    • Operator forklifts and other equipment as needed (Training Provided)
    • Maintain a clean work environment by properly disposing of waste.
    • Basic PC Skills
    • Ability to learn manufacturing principles and practices
    • Performing basic mathematical calculations and read a tape measure
  • Physical Requirements: Standing, bending, and repetitive motions for extended periods.
  • Certifications:
    • Forklift certification preferred or ability to obtain one
    • Compliance with physical, drug-screening, and background check requirements.
Take Action And Unbox Your Potential – Next Steps

Ready to join a team that values safety, quality, and continuous improvement? If you’re looking to grow your career in a dynamic environment, apply now! We are excited to see how you can contribute to our success and help take Pratt Industries to the next level.

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 veterans status, or disability.

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