Koozie Group

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
• We will train for all positions!
• Climate-controlled environment (clean and heat/air-conditioning)
• Great benefits, including:
  • Medical HSA and HRA plans
  • Flex spending accounts
  • PPO dental
  • VSP vision
  • Employee assistance program
  • Employer-paid life insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
• PTO - Paid Time Off (vacation, sick, personal)
• Advancement opportunities
• Employee referral bonus program!
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee recognition program
• Employee charitable giveback program (up to $250 value) 

Pay - $20.50 h/r

Job Summary:  

Under limited supervisor, will work within the Sticky Note cell to operator the ESS adhesive glue line/IDC equipment to apply the repositionable adhesive to the paper.  Multiple orders are printed together on roll stock to efficiently use the paper stock. This operator is responsible for the quality of the accurate chemistry of the adhesive process.   The operator will work with the glue system on PH, viscosity and perform routine maintenance.  Follows all lean, quality, and safety expectations. Performs blade changes as required. Has a good understanding of the quality expectations of the product line. Performs reasonably similar duties as required. 

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
• Follows all Safety and Quality protocols and adheres to ISO 9001; 14001, 6S standards and Lean processes
• Lifts up to 45-pound boxes frequently. Team lifts 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
• Maintains an effective working relationship and communication with fellow employees, including temporary associates, by adhering to Koozie Group’s policies in all activities and through promoting the companies 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 Job Traveler 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
• Maintains and/or improves line balance
• Other duties as required 

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalent.
• At least 18 years of age
• Must successfully complete pre-employment screenings
• Organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to read, write, and basic math skills
• Mechanical skills 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.