Drill Operator Job Details | Voith Group

Voith; West Monroe (LA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in the paper manufacturing sector is seeking a Drill Operator in West Monroe, LA. In this role, you will learn to operate specialized machinery and engage in various physical tasks to support production. Competitive pay and benefits are offered, as well as a commitment to work-life balance and diversity.

Benefits

Flexibility with Work/Life Balance

Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package

401K with generous company match

Climate-Neutral Footprint Worldwide

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• Ability to use hand tools like hammer, wrench, and tape measure.
• Knowledge of dial indicators and micrometers is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Learn to operate a Safop drive machine for drilling.
• Mount and dismount bearings and install temporary heads.
• Line rolls up with a dial indicator.

Skills

Ability to use standard hand tools

Strong basic math skills

Job description

About the Voith Group

The Voith Group is a global technology company with a broad portfolio of systems, products, services, and digital applications. Voith sets standards in energy, paper, raw materials, and transport & automotive markets. Founded in 1867, the company has around 22,000 employees, sales of €5.5 billion, and locations in over 60 countries, making it one of the larger family-owned companies in Europe.

Voith Paper is hiring for:

Drill Operator
West Monroe, LA

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Reasons you’ll love working here:

• Flexibility with Work/Life Balance
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits Package
• 401K with generous company match
• Climate-Neutral Footprint Worldwide
• Tuition reimbursement

Summary:

The Drill Operator will learn to operate a Safop drive machine used for drilling and blind drilling paper mill roll covers.

Responsibilities:

• Mount and dismount bearings
• Install dummy (temporary) heads
• Line rolls up with a dial indicator, following safe practices
• Willingness to learn multiple positions (cross-train)

Requirements:

• Ability to use standard hand tools (hammer, crescent wrench, end wrench, square, tape measure, saws, etc.)
• Knowledge of dial indicators, diameter tape, and micrometers is a plus
• Strong basic math skills

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift at least 60 pounds multiple times
• Work 12-hour shifts when needed, maintaining focus
• Swing a 20-pound sledgehammer to tighten bearings

If you don’t meet every requirement but believe you’re a good fit, we encourage you to apply. Your unique skills may be just what we need for this or other roles!

Voith US Inc. is an EEO/AA/VEVRAA compliant Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status, or other protected classifications. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups, including people of color, LGBTQI+ community, women, individuals with disabilities, veterans, and people of any age or family status. We value diversity and strive to create an inclusive work environment.