Q. How do I apply to join Laitram or one of its divisions?
A. Should you wish to apply for a specific position, you can visit our Job Openings page to submit your application to Human Resources. Applications are also accepted in person Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., at 200 Laitram Lane, Harahan, Louisiana 70123.
Q. When should I expect to hear from Laitram regarding the status of my application?
A. Once you apply for a position, your qualifications and experience will be reviewed by one of our recruiters to determine if you are a fit. If you are a possible match for the position, a recruiter will contact you to learn more about your background and answer questions about our hiring process and what it's like to work at Laitram. We regret that due to high volume of applications received by the company, we cannot respond to inquiries regarding the status of applications or open positions.
Q. I can't find a suitable job on your website; what do I do?
A. We only accept applications submitted in response to specific job openings. You must designate a specific position for which you are submitting your application. If you do not see an open position for which you are qualified, we recommend that you visit our website regularly as we post new open positions frequently.
Q. If I submit an application but am not chosen for the position, will you keep my application on file?
A. We maintain all candidate details for a period of one year. These records enable us to search against candidate profiles with specific skill sets, should we indentify specific recruitment needs in the future.
Q. Do I need a high school education or a degree to work at Laitram or one of its divisions?
A. It depends on the position you are interested in. Each position has its own requirements and qualifications. If a high school education or a degree is a requirement, it will be stated in the job posting. Prior to submitting an application, you should review the requirements and qualifications for the position of interest.
Q. Do I need to have experience working for a manufacturing company to join Laitram or one of its divisions?
A. Some positions require previous experience in manufacturing. You should review the job posting prior to submitting your information to make sure that you meet the qualifications stated on the posting.