Large Machine Operator

Lohmann is a global leader in innovative engineered adhesive tape technology since 1851. Lohmann Americas operates state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities in Kentucky and Virginia as part of the global network headquartered in Germany. When it comes to bonding one surface to another, Lohmann delivers high-performance adhesive products for a variety of medical, flexographic printing, appliance, transportation, and industrial applications. The family owned business offers an environment of teamwork, respect, and innovative products.

Lohmann Americas Offers:

• Competitive wages offered based on experience
• Paid Weekly
• Overtime Pay
• Medical Insurance – Employee and family
• Dental Insurance – Employee and family
• Vision Insurance – Employee and family
• Prescription Insurance – Employee and family
• Employer Paid Life Insurance
• Value Added Benefits – travel assistance, identity theft protection, health champion, etc.
• Voluntary Life Insurance, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – with generous company match
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

We have an excellent opportunity to join our production team in a machine operator role. The Machine Operator performs machine set-up and operates coating, slitting, rewinding, printing and die cutting machinery.

Minimum Requirements:

Ø Ability to operate machinery after adequate training.

Ø Need to be able to lift a minimum of 75 lbs.

Ø Ability to read measuring instruments such as tape measure.

Ø Ability to stand or sit for extended periods of time.

Ø Keeps slitter running as efficiently as possible, keeping downtime to a minimum.

Ø Insure quality checks are done consistently

Ø Achieve all production goals.

Ø Maintain stock level and production demands.

Ø Ability to efficiently set up machine to required specifications.

Ø Must be flexible to work overtime as required.

Ø Must maintain accurate scrap and productivity documentation.

Ø Ability to do light maintenance to ensure a quality product.

Ø Other duties as instructed by Inventory/Plant or Operations Management.

Direct Boss:

Ø Plant Manager or Plant Supervisor

Position Responsibilities and Authority:

• Inspection of product for visual defects.
• Daily cleaning and maintenance of equipment.
• Demonstrated support of company goals, values and mission statement.
• Maintain clear documentation for any required quality or production metrics
• Must properly label and sort finished material to avoid inventory confusion
• Notify supervisor and/or quality in the event of defects or unacceptable product quality

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $21.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 4x10

Application Question(s):

• If you do not have forklift experience, are you open to learn?
• Can you lift 75 lbs?
• Are you able to stand for extended periods of time?
• Are you comfortable cleaning and maintaining machinery during production downtime?
• To best contact you, can you provide your personal E-mail address?
• To best contact you, can you provide your personal telephone number?
• Are you interested in working 1st shift ?
• Do you have previous experience specifically with printing? if so, how many years?

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Manufacturing: 1 year (Required)
• Forklift: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $16 - $21