Flatcutter Operator

About the role

Our Safety Culture: The safety and health of our employees is this company’s most important business consideration. Lakeside Book will provide a safe and secure working environment to support our goal of zero accidents and injuries. Lakeside Book commits to being good stewards of the environment by conducting environmentally responsible business practices while continuing to be good neighbors and partners in the communities in which we live and work. We welcome our veterans to apply!

We are looking for a Flatcutter Operator to join our team at Lakeside Book Company. As the largest bookmaker in the United States, you will help print and move finished product out the door and into the hands of readers across the country. Previous machine operating experience is preferred but we will provide you with all the training you need to be successful. Advancement opportunities are available!

Location: 2347 Kratzer Rd; Harrisonburg, VA 22802 and 1025 Willow Springs Rd; Harrisonburg, VA 22801

About Us: Lakeside Book Company loves books! To us, every book matters. Every word. Every page. Every hand that helped build it. Our history has shown that we are leaders and innovators. We have a team-winning culture, where all of our people have a voice. While we are old in years, we are new at heart. Come join our mission to keep the world reading.

Responsibilities

• Operate and oversee the production of the machinery
• Inspect and troubleshoot equipment
• Monitor quality, throughput, and productivity
• Process departmental paperwork
• Receive training to help advance your career

Qualifications

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to stand or sit for the entire duration of your shift
• 1+ years of experience operating machines

Skills

At Lakeside Book Company, we value craftsmanship and collaboration by encouraging employees to improve their skills and capabilities. To that end, in addition to meeting the qualification requirements for this position, preference will be given to candidates who agree to participate in cross-training which includes achieving qualified status within the position and assuming responsibility as a back-up to lateral and progressive roles, as needed.

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401k with company match
• Career growth opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee appreciation & recognition programs

Pay

Starting Rate: $24.93/hour (Base $23.30 + 7% Shift Differential)

Schedule

Hours: 12-hour Night shift 6pm-6am: Mon-Tue, Fri-Sat-Sun, Wed-Thur; overtime as required