Production Associate

21 hours ago

Sleepy Eye, United States Koozie Group Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

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®

Hours: Full-Time Rotating Shifts

*Must Be Available To Train On 1st Shift*

Pay: Up To $21 / Hour

Great reasons to join Koozie Group:

  • People-first culture
  • Flexible schedules
  • Great shift differential (2nd shift: $1.25/hour / 3rd shift $1.75/hour)
  • 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
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Employee referral bonus program
  • Employee recognition program
  • Employee charitable giveback program (up to $250 value)

Job Summary:

Our Production Associates are Customer Obsessed and strive to exceed customer expectations with every order. Production Associates support manufacturing processes by completing the following tasks: reviewing the Manufacturing Order for specific product requirements; inspecting parts and materials prior to and during use to ensure quality of parts and final products, implementing the best practices in manufacturing processes while producing and packaging the product and preparing orders for shipping, reporting orders accurately, maintaining organization in the area, attention to details, time management and effective communication.

Primary Job Responsibilities:

  • Strong desire to help and take ownership on seeing things through
  • Curious, with a desire to always learn more, including strong problem-solving skills
  • Ability to work as a team member, as well as independently with minimal supervision
  • Effectively communicates, both written and verbally
  • Troubleshoot basic and routine manufacturing issues
  • Ability to multi-task and adapt to changes quickly

Additional Responsibilities:

  • Efficiently inspect product to ensure quality then pack finished goods to ensure order accuracy and meet customer expectations
  • Examine product for ink smears, position of design, print clarity, color accuracy or other defects and report issues immediately for correction
  • Ensure that the proper supplies are being used for packaging
  • Must be able to read, understand and follow Manufacturing Orders to make sure orders are printed according to specifications (quality, accuracy and layout)
  • Package product for shipping, making sure proper box size and packing procedures are followed and ensuring that only products meeting quality standards are packed to ship to our customers
  • Complete reporting and necessary daily paperwork as instructed, including production log of quantity produced, scrap and related information
  • Assist with performing preventive maintenance duties or changeover duties, such as daily cleaning and lubricating.
  • Maintain a clean and neat work area
  • Actively participate in and support teamwork and continuous process improvement.
  • Demonstrate flexibility and commitment through cross training and helping other departments consistent with business needs
  • Perform duties safely and in accordance with company safety policies.
  • Perform other duties as assigned or requested by supervisor/management.

Minimum qualifications:

  • Reading, writing and math skills equivalent to that identified by a High School Diploma or GED
  • Experience in 5S and Lean Manufacturing
  • Understand basic manufacturing process
  • Able to work with multiple priorities and people
  • Maintain inventory storage in a clean, orderly manner
  • Strong attention to detail, organization and time management skills
  • Ability to professionally communicate and work with others
  • Ability to reach, bend, twist, grasp and stand for long periods of time.
  • Ability to lift up to 40 – 45 pounds frequently and to assist in team lifts at a higher weight.
  • Ability to work rotating shifts (including weekend shifts) as required

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.



Compensation details: 16-21 Hourly Wage



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