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JOIN THE BEST TEAM ON THE FIELD IN SPORT, SPIRIT & ACHIEVEMENT
At Varsity Brands, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to succeed and every educator wants to make a difference. It takes a team to make a real impact, and through our three distinct brands – BSN SPORTS, Varsity Spirit and Herff Jones – and our network of 9,000+ employees and independent representatives, we are proud to partner with schools, colleges and universities across the country to transform the student journey in SPORT, SPIRIT and ACHIEVEMENT.

Are you looking to play an important role on a winning team? Are you looking for more than “just a job,” but a place where you can truly thrive and have your daily contributions make a real difference in someone’s life? At Varsity Brands we’re a growing company where you can lend your skills and talents in support of a greater mission. In return, you get to work with great people on challenging assignments that will accelerate your professional growth.

HERFF JONES, Production Associate- Seasonal – Indianapolis, IN
Location: 4719 W. 62nd St. Indianapolis, IN 46268
Shift: This is a full-time, Seasonal position with the possibility of converting to full-time in the future based on performance and position availability.
Standard shift is 6:00am - 4:45pm Monday through Friday. Occasional overtime will occur during work week based on customer demand with the expectation of fluctuating of hours to ten- and twelve-hour days if needed during peak season. Additional hours could include Saturdays and Sundays if necessary due to customer demand. Seasons vary between January through end of May.

Your Opportunity:
The Herff Jones Production team is looking for a Production Associate- Seasonal to join our team in Indianapolis, IN.

Here's How You’ll Make an Impact:
As a member of our production team, you will work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment supporting the printing and distribution of high school and college announcements, diplomas and diploma covers to help our customers celebrate some of their greatest achievements. While you’ll lean heavily on your technical abilities, your greatest asset will be your drive and commitment to quality and safety. We live and work in a team environment and rely heavily on each other to assist across a variety of functions. Flexibility and a willingness to jump right in to help the team are crucial to the success in this role. If you have a strong attention to detail, we want you!

What We Want You to Accomplish:
Own your part of the daily team goal, be it inspecting items for quality, packing product into boxes, moving material, production assistance, etc.

Approach everything you do with a quality mindset and adhere to a defined maximum scrap rate on items produced.

Read and adhere to a detailed work ticket and record production information for each ticket worked.

What You’ll Be Doing On A Daily Basis:
Maintain a safe and productive work environment.

Assisting in the production and distribution of printed goods (Diplomas, Graduation Announcements, Thank You Cards, etc.).

Perform all assigned work effectively and on schedule.

Record any quality or scrap issues.

Notify team lead of any issues that arise during the shift.

Notify supervisor of any safety concerns or quality issues.

Team player and do what it takes attitude when other duties are assigned based on business demand.

What You’ll Bring to the Table:
High School Diploma or GED required.

Bi-lingual in Spanish and English is a plus.

Previous success in a warehouse or manufacturing environment.

Demonstrated success in going above and beyond to help the team achieve a goal.

Previous success maintaining a strong attendance and on time record.

Physical Activities: Daily activity includes but is not limited to:
Lifting, carrying, sitting, grasping, reaching, standing, kneeling, walking, bending, twisting.

Reading, communication, simple math.

Standing on a fatigue mat in a specific area throughout a 10 hour+ shift.

Be able to regularly lift/move up to 50lbs.

Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to above moderate.

THE MOST TRUSTED NAME IN CELEBRATING STUDENT MILESTONES – HERFF JONES

Herff Jones is the leading provider of graduation and educational products and services designed to inspire achievement and create memorable experiences for students. Herff Jones' products include class rings and jewelry, caps and gowns, yearbooks, diplomas, frames, announcements, and Greek accessories as well as motivation and recognition programs. Since 1920, our team has worked alongside students, faculty, and staff on campuses nationwide to help build a stronger community and celebrate student milestones. Our continued success relies on hiring extraordinary talent, with a passion for making a difference and eagerness to roll up the sleeves, to help us write the story of our next 100 years

Varsity Brands companies are equal opportunity employers. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

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