If our name sounds familiar, there’s a reason why. We’re the people behind the iconic Koozie® Can Kooler – and more! As one of the largest suppliers in the promotional products industry, you’ve probably seen our work everywhere from your local bank to a large concert or sporting event. We imprint company logos and slogans on everything from pens to coffee tumblers, lunch bags, tech accessories, camp chairs, and award-winning calendars, to name just a few. Our desire to benefit our people, customers, communities, and industry is behind all that we do. We call it Keep It. Give It., and it ensures that we are leaving a positive, lasting impact with the products and solutions we deliver.

We’re looking for the right person to fill this role. Read on if you want to know more, and discover how we like to keep the good going®!

Great reasons to join Koozie Group:

• People-first culture
• Flexible schedules
• Great shift differential (2nd shift: $1.25/hour / 3rd shift and weekend shifts: $1.75/hour)
• We will train for all positions!
• Climate-controlled environment (clean and heat/air-conditioning)
• Great benefits, including:
  1. Medical HSA and HRA plans
  2. Flex spending accounts
  3. PPO dental
  4. VSP vision
  5. Employee assistance program
  6. Employer-paid life insurance
  7. 401(k) with employer match
• PTO - Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, personal)
• Advancement opportunities
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee referral bonus program
• Employee recognition program

Job Summary:

The Machine Operator - Folder under general supervision sets up, adjusts, and operates the folding equipment and packs the product for shipment or storage.

Responsibilities:

• Sets up machine and operates it according to Work Instructions and operator manual. Identifies when mechanical problems occur.
• Performs operator-level maintenance duties on all equipment (daily, weekly, monthly, yearly) and maintains documentation of maintenance.
• Lifts up to 45-pound boxes frequently. Team lift at higher weights.
• Accurately reports and records daily production and scrap.
• Achieves make-ready and run times.
• Communicates to Supervisor and/or MFG Facilitator to address any work area concerns.
• Works rotating shifts and overtime as scheduled and/or required to meet business timelines.
• Follows all Safety and Quality protocols and adheres to ISO 9001; 14001, 6S standards and Lean processes.
• Maintains an effective working relationship and communication with fellow employees, including temporary associates, by adhering to BIC Graphic’s policies in all activities and through promoting Koozie Group's Vision and Values and Respect in the Workplace.
• Visually inspects product to complete required quality checks
• Reach, bend, twist, push, pull, grasp and stand for extended periods of time as well as freely move about the facility as needed for the position.
• Reads and follows all Manufacturing Order (MOs) directions.
• Reports time accurately.
• Supports teamwork and process improvements through active participation in meetings and helping team ideas work.
• To undertake such other duties as may be reasonably expected.
• Wraps, bands, tags and/or moves skids of product.
• Koozie Group may change, supplement or eliminate any part of this job description at any time and without notice.
• Other duties as needed

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age or older
• Must successfully pass pre-employment screenings
• Previous experience in a manufacturing environment highly preferred
• Organizational and communication skills.
• Sufficient reading, writing, and math skills.
• Mechanical skills preferred.
• Knowledge of quality methods and techniques preferred.
• Previous work as a machine operator in a production and/or manufacturing environment is preferred.

Our customers come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do but because it makes our company stronger. If you share our values and our enthusiasm to keep the good going®, you will find your way at Koozie Group.

Koozie Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on race, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, mental or physical disability, religion, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Koozie Group also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Koozie Group will provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities and encourages both prospective and current employees to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.