Production Operator

H&V is a global leader in filtration and energy storage solutions. Our advanced materials are used in nearly every industry and touch every aspect of modern life. Wherever you work, live or travel, chances are an H&V solution is close by, contributing to a cleaner, healthier, more sustainable world. H&V serves the world from 13 strategically located facilities. Our footprint in the Americas, Europe and Asia lets us meet the unique requirements of global and regional customers efficiently, accurately and cost effectively, while capturing supply chain efficiencies. These advantages help make H&V a valuable partner and a true worldwide leader. Our success comes from our ability to adapt, our values and the people of H&V. We act with integrity, and we treat customers, partners and each other with dignity and respect. We live these values every day and could not have prospered for more than 200 years without them.

Hollingsworth & Vose Company is a global technology manufacturing company with a vision of innovation since 1728. What a great story to tell! Still family-owned for 7 generations, H&V Company is a story of success, perseverance and has a great team of professionals leading the way.

Why is H&V a great place to work?

• Competitive salary.
• Great benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending, 401(k) and generous vacation policy.

The Production Operator is an entry level, production position in our Floyd, VA manufacturing plant. They operate, assist, and support machine operations. This involves working with high speed, continuous process equipment and forklift operation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Responsible for supporting the safe and efficient operation of line equipment, assisting in materials movement, labeling and packaging, collecting and removing damaged/scrap materials, performing cleaning and housekeeping tasks in the general Mill area and other tasks as assigned by Crew Leaders and Supervision.
• General knowledge of safe practices and safe performance of all duties, including proper use of PPE, proper operation of fork trucks and attachments, strict adherence to all safe practices and guidelines and general safe conduct at all times in the Mill.
• Other related duties as assigned or required.

REQUIRED EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Familiarity with computers and able to conduct work tasks on computer systems.
• Successful candidates will be team players with good communication skills, good math and mechanical skills, safe working records, and the ability to work effectively with others.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Work experience in an industrial environment preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIRMENTS & ENVIRONMENT:

Physical Demands: While performing duties of this job, the employee is often required to stand, walk, sit, smell, talk, use hands to lift, carry, handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance, stoop. The employee is often required to lift to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus. Occasionally required to climb stairs, kneel, or crouch, balance.

Work Environment: Regularly exposed to hot and/or humid conditions; wet and/or slippery areas, fumes, or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. Work near moving and/or vibrating mechanical parts. The noise level ranges from quiet conditions to very loud noise.

Hollingsworth & Vose is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.

Pay: From $17.50 - $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) & 401(k) matching
• Dental & Vision insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending & Health savings account
• Health & Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)
• Overnight Shift (Required)
• Day Shift (Required)
• Weekends (Required)

Hollingsworth & Vose is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, national origin, marital status, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status.