Production Worker

Lozier; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

1st shift pay bonus

2nd shift pay

3rd shift pay

New-hire $1,000 bonus

Vacation and holidays

Medical and dental benefits

Onsite Health Clinic

401(k) with employer match

Employee Assistance Program

Educational Assistance

Career Development Programs

Job summary

Lozier Corporation is a leading manufacturer of store fixtures headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, seeking multiple manufacturing operatives for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd shifts. Roles include operating machinery, setting up dies, ensuring quality and dimensional accuracy, and rotating through Hang/Hook, Paintline Attendant, and Box/Take Off functions.

The company offers competitive pay, a $1,000 bonus after 90 days, benefits from day one, 401(k) with employer match, EAP, and education/development

Qualifications

• Must have the physical ability to handle parts, materials, tools and carts.
• Ability to operate a variety of machinery with safe, accurate performance.
• Rotating through multiple paint/assembly line roles with accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Can operate any machine or perform any job in the department efficiently and accurately.
• Has good understanding of the product and how it goes together.
• Can check his/her own and the work of others from prints if required.
• Removes dies and makes set‑ups.
• Responsible for quality of operation and dimensional accuracy of his/her own work.
• Must have the physical ability to handle parts, materials, tools and carts as required.
• Requires general supervision.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Safety awareness

Team rotation

Forklift operation

Tools

Forklift

Job description

ABOUT LOZIER

Every day, millions of people interact with Lozier products without even realizing it. From the shelving in retail stores to the storage systems powering warehouses and online fulfillment, our products keep retail moving. If you’ve shopped in a store or ordered online, chances are you’ve experienced what we build. For 70 years and counting, Lozier Corporation has been the industry leader trusted by top brands across the country. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, with facilities nationwide, we combine innovation, advanced manufacturing, and a people-centric culture to shape the future of retail. At Lozier, you’ll join a team that designs industry-leading solutions, builds products retailers and warehouses depend on, and be part of a company that prioritizes growth and development of its workforce.

BENEFITS AND COMPENSATION

Want to learn more about our culture and what it's like to work at Lozier? Watch this short Come Work With Me video to hear directly from a team member about their experiences and what makes our company a great place to build a career.

• 1st shift: $20.74
• 2nd shift: $23.78
• 3rd shift: $23.98
• $1,000 bonus after completion of 90 days of employment (subject to taxes), applicable to new hires only.
• First pay increase after 6 months.
• Vacation hours plus paid holidays.
• Competitive Benefits Package (Eligible for medical and dental benefits on the first day of the month following 60 consecutive days of employment).
• Onsite Health Clinic.
• 401(k) with employer match.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Career Development Programs.

POSITION SUMMARY

Lozier Corporation is an industry leader in providing store fixtures to major retailers across the U.S. and around the world. Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, Lozier began manufacturing fixtures in 1956, and originated the basics of today’s shelving systems. Today, Lozier has over 4 million square feet of manufacturing and distribution space across facilities located in five states. We are committed to quality and service, building our business around integrity and respect, and investing in our people and communities. We continue to invest in technology and people to ensure we remain competitive in the industry. That means opportunities for you to grow and develop as an employee and individual. Whether you have a clear idea of where you see yourself in your career or not, Lozier has a diverse range of departments with their own challenges and opportunities for growth to explore. You’ll find a welcoming and team-oriented environment where employees strive to not only help the company succeed but also help each other succeed too.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Can operate any machine or perform any job in the department efficiently and accurately.
• Has good understanding of the product and how it goes together.
• Can check his/her own and the work of others from prints if required.
• Removes dies and makes set‑ups.
• Responsible for quality of operation and dimensional accuracy of his/her own work.
• Must have the physical ability to handle parts, materials, tools and carts as required.
• Requires general supervision.

The position may be assigned to any of the following roles with the following associated job functions:

Machine Operator:

The Machine Operator is responsible for safely and efficiently operating a variety of machinery and equipment used in the production or manufacturing process. This role involves setting up machines, monitoring operations, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring that products meet quality standards. The Machine Operator follows standard operating procedures and adheres to safety guidelines to maintain a clean and organized work environment. Attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to producing high-quality work are essential for success in this position.

Hang/Hook:

The Hanger is responsible for hanging parts from pallets onto the paint line by grasping parts with one or two hands and hanging onto hooks. The Hook Setter will place hooks on the line, the weight of the hooks is nominal. The Hook Setter and the Hanger roles rotate every hour. Lifting and setting pallets (4x2 and 2x2) will vary and is up to the discretion of the individual.

Paintline Attendant:

The Take Off is responsible for tending the paint-line where products advance down a motorized hanging conveyor system. This role may rotate into any of the following positions (workers rotate every 60 minutes):

• Box Thrower: The Box Thrower is responsible for taking cardboard boxes from a pallet and placing them onto the conveyor line. The products are then placed into the boxes by the "Take Off" role.
• Take Off: The Take Off is responsible for taking parts off of the paint line (hooks) to pack them into boxes or pallets that are to be shipped. The loaded boxes are taped and placed onto pallets. Some products are bulk packed onto pallets and may be wrapped.
• Taper: The Taper is responsible for operating the tape machine. This role will grasp the tape from a taper machine and place it on the boxes as they move down into the conveyor.
• Bander: The Bander is responsible for grasp the boxed and taped product as they move down the conveyor. This role will handle and stack the products onto a pallet.
• Box Puller: The Box Puller is responsible to research, calculate and pull from the inventory all boxes, packaging materials and pallets (4x2 and 7ft) needed to ship products. This role uses work orders to assist in determining type and quantity of boxes needed on various lines. The Box Puller will then manually handle and transport by cart or by hand to respective area. This role is required to review and replenish boxes as needed, may assist receiving department, may drive the forklift as needed to place product in the paint department. The box puller may also perform the "Take Off" job function.
• Sign Off: The Sign Off ensures accurate labeling and staging of palletized products. This role is responsible for labeling and placing barcodes on boxes of palletized product as they come from the “Take Off” area. Boxes come off a roller conveyor system from the take-off area onto a pallet (4x4 Green Stripe) in the sign-off area. The Sign Off is responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the orders. This role is required to push/pull the palletized orders into the automated plastic wrap area, use a computer and printer to make labels that are placed on the respective loads of products. This role may also perform the "Take Off" job.

When it comes to employers, we understand you have choices – and that you want more than a job. You want the opportunity to learn and grow, to be recognized for your efforts and accomplishments, to be treated with respect and have a sense of pride and belonging. That’s what a career at Lozier is all about. Our future success relies on the same thing that’s carried us for more than 65 years – a committed team of employees working together to achieve goals and provide our customers with the best product in the industry. If you’re looking for a place where you’ll be challenged to be your best and are given the tools and resources to grow and develop, we want to hear from you.

Headquartered in Omaha, Nebraska, with facilities across the U.S., Lozier Corporation is the leading manufacturer of products used by retailers in stores and warehouses, with a vision to be operationally excellent in support of retail’s present and future. Retailers have relied on our quality products and service since 1956.