Machine Operator - 1st Shift

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.

• Hours: Mon-Thurs 5am-3pm
• Pay: up to $19/hour
• Location: Red Wing, Minnesota

• People First culture
• Flexible Schedules
• Great Shift Differential (2nd Shift - $1.25/hr / 3rd Shift - $1.75/hr)
• We will train for all positions!
• Climate controlled environment (Clean and Heat/AC!!)
• Great Benefits (Health, Dental, Vision, 401k with match, and more!)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, Personal)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Advancement Opportunities (as soon as 6 months)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Annual Performance Reviews
• Employee Discount Program

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®!

Responsibilities:

• Measures, centers, aligns and positions screens for proper operation.
• Examines product for ink smears, position of design, print clarity, color accuracy or other defects and adjusts equipment accordingly.
• Ensures that the proper supplies are being used for printing.
• Monitors automatic feeding systems for maximum output.
• Performs preventive maintenance duties, such as daily cleaning and lubricating.
• Maintains effective working relationships with other associates.
• Maintains a clean and neat work area
• Performs duties safely and in accordance with company safety policies.

Qualifications:

• At least 18 years of age.
• The ability to read, write, and speak English clearly.
• Computer knowledge.
• Must be able to read and understand work instructions, perform basic math functions, and make adjustments to machines and tools.
• Any prior experience within manufacturing, machine operator, production associate, maintenance, technician, production, shipping, packaging, general labor, construction, landscaping, cleaning,
• Comfortable with frequent use of hands tools, and foot pedals.
• Comfortable with standing for long periods of time.

**Please know all International Applicants will not be Accepted at this Time.

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.