Bindery - Light Equipment Operator 2

Lakeside Book Company•Crawfordsville, IN
•$21 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

Lakeside Book Company is hiring a Light Equipment Operator 2 for its South Plant in Crawfordsville, Indiana. The role operates finishing and packaging equipment, prepares and adjusts machines for production, creates job packets, and enters final counts into software. The operator verifies that the correct information is gathered at the beginning of the shift so the job can be completed. The position is for third shift, with 8- to 10-hour shifts; the stated schedule is 11 p.m. to 7 a.m., with overtime from 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. The starting rate is $20.75–$25.00 per hour for day shift, with a 7% increase for second and third shift. The company provides training and necessary tools. Candidates must be able to read and follow job specifications, perform routine maintenance and minor repairs, and use basic math and computers. Intermediate computer skills are preferred. Preference is given to candidates willing to cross-train, qualify in the position, and serve as backups for lateral and progressive roles as needed.

Requirements

  • Ability to read and follow job specifications.
  • Ability to perform routine maintenance and minor repairs.
  • Basic math and computer knowledge.
  • Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally and up to 25 pounds frequently.
  • Ability to stand for the duration of the shift.

Nice To Haves

  • Intermediate computer skills.
  • Willingness to participate in cross-training, achieve qualified status within the position, and serve as a backup for lateral and progressive roles as needed.

Responsibilities

  • Operate finishing and packaging equipment.
  • Set up and adjust machines for production.
  • Create job packets and enter final counts into software.
  • Verify at the start of the shift that the correct information has been gathered to complete the job.
  • Perform routine maintenance and minor repairs.
  • Participate in cross-training and, as needed, assume backup responsibilities for lateral and progressive roles.

Benefits

  • $100 safety shoe reimbursement.
  • $100 safety glasses reimbursement.
  • Company-provided tools.
  • Two weeks of vacation.
  • Training provided.
  • BBQs, pizza parties, and Family Day.
  • Opportunities to join committees focused on Wellness, the Inclusion Council, and the Lakeside Club.
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