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Welcome to Lowen Corporation!

Please note: If you have completed an application within the last 6 months, please call 620-663-2161 and tell them you want to update your application. There is no need to apply again!


Lowen Corporation, a family owned business since 1950, is the nation's leading manufacturer of signs and graphics. We offer competitive wages and benefits, and excellent career opportunities. We are looking for dynamic people who share our values:

  • Commitment to leading our industry
  • Our customer always comes first
  • Employees are valued and appreciated
  • A safety record second to none

The application process will take approximately 15 minutes. Please have your employment history readily available before continuing with this application.


Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done, which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Lowen Corporation. Please inform a company representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process.


Your completed application will remain active for 6 months.


Lowen Corporation offers equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants. The company pledges itself to equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants. The company does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, disability, color, ancestry, citizenship, religion, sex, marital status, age, sexual orientation, veteran status, or national origin. Such discrimination is prohibited in all matters of hiring, promotion, discharge, compensation, terms, conditions, and privileges of employment. A violation of any of the above should be brought to the attention of a supervisor, manager, or the VP of Human Resources immediately.


Lowen Corporation is subject to the Worker's Compensation laws of the state where the employee works.

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Personal Information

*First Name

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*Last Name

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Middle Name

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Suffix(Jr, Sr, etc.)

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Preferred Name

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Contact Information

*Contact Phone #

ex. (620) 555-1234

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Work Phone #

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Alternate Phone #

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*Email Address

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Current Address

*Address

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Apartment #

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*City

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*State

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*State

*Country

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*Country

*Zip Code

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*How long have you lived at your current address?


Previous Address

*Address

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Apartment #

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*City

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*State

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*State

*Country

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*Country

*Zip Code

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Age Group

*Check to confirm you are 18 years of age or older:

Work Permissions

*Are you legally permitted to work in this country?

*Will you be prepared to produce proof at the time of hire, in accordance with the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986?

General Information

*Which open position(s) are you applying for?




Lowen employees are classified by the number of hours they are scheduled to work each week. Full time employees are scheduled for 40 hours, part time employees with limited benefits are scheduled for 20 or more hours, and part time employees with no benefits are scheduled for less than 20 hours per week. Part time pool workers are on call, and receive no benefits.

*Please select the status(es) which you prefer






*Please select the schedule(s) which you prefer




*If hired, when would you be available to start?

Start Immediately?

Start on a Specific Date:

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(mm/dd/yyyy)

What salary or rate of pay do you require?

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*Have you ever applied at Lowen Corporation before?

If yes, when:

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(mm/dd/yyyy)

*Have you ever been employed by Lowen Corporation before?

If yes, list position, supervisor, and reason for leaving, including whether terminated:


How were you referred to apply today?

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How were you referred to apply today?

Please Specify (Optional):

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*How many jobs have you had in the past 3 years?


*Do you have any relatives already employed by Lowen Corporation?

If so, please list names, departments and how related:


*If offered a position at Lowen Corporation, are you willing to be screened for illegal drug use?

*Have you ever been terminated due to attendance problems?

*Have you ever been disciplined for performance problems by an employer?

*Have you ever been fired from a job or asked to resign?

If yes, describe the circumstances of termination:



*Are you now, or have you ever been known by any other name, or have you
changed your name (first or last) in the last five years?

If yes, list other names used:



*Many jobs require that you drive a company vehicle. Is your driver's license
currently suspended or revoked?


Current Drivers License Number:

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Educational Background/Training

School Name
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City
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State

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State
Graduate?
Graduate?
Course of Study
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GPA
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Experiences

List experiences, skills, qualifications, special courses or training which you feel would
especially qualify you for the position or type of work for which you are applying.



Employment History - Second Most Recent Employer

Employer Information

IMPORTANT: This information is very important, as it will be used to determine whether you are called for interview.

Where did you work before the last job you listed? Account for all periods of time, including
military service, and any period of unemployment. If self-employed, give firm name and
supply business references.


Start Date*
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(mm/dd/yyyy)
End Date*
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(mm/dd/yyyy)
Employer Name*
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Employer Phone Number*
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May we contact this employer?*
Employer Address*
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City*
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State*
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State*
Zip Code*
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Job Title*
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Supervisor's Name*
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Job Duties*

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Did you leave?*



Please Explain*


Would you expect this employer to say they would rehire you for the position you last held there?*

If no, please explain


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Employment History - Third Most Recent Employer

Employer Information

IMPORTANT: This information is very important, as it will be used to determine whether you are called for interview.

Where did you work before the last job you listed? Account for all periods of time, including
military service, and any period of unemployment. If self-employed, give firm name and
supply business references.


Start Date*
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(mm/dd/yyyy)
End Date*
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(mm/dd/yyyy)
Employer Name*
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Employer Phone Number*
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May we contact this employer?*
Employer Address*
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City*
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State*
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State*
Zip Code*
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Job Title*
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Supervisor's Name*
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Job Duties*

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Did you leave?*



Please Explain*


Would you expect this employer to say they would rehire you for the position you last held there?*

If no, please explain


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Employment History - Fourth Most Recent Employer

Employer Information

IMPORTANT: This information is very important, as it will be used to determine whether you are called for interview.

Where did you work before the last job you listed? Account for all periods of time, including
military service, and any period of unemployment. If self-employed, give firm name and
supply business references.


Start Date*
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(mm/dd/yyyy)
End Date*
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(mm/dd/yyyy)
Employer Name*
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Employer Phone Number*
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May we contact this employer?*
Employer Address*
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City*
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State*
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State*
Zip Code*
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Job Title*
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Supervisor's Name*
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Job Duties*

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Did you leave?*



Please Explain*


Would you expect this employer to say they would rehire you for the position you last held there?*

If no, please explain


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Employment History - Fifth Most Recent Employer

Employer Information

IMPORTANT: This information is very important, as it will be used to determine whether you are called for interview.

Where did you work before the last job you listed? Account for all periods of time, including
military service, and any period of unemployment. If self-employed, give firm name and
supply business references.


Start Date*
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(mm/dd/yyyy)
End Date*
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(mm/dd/yyyy)
Employer Name*
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Employer Phone Number*
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May we contact this employer?*
Employer Address*
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City*
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State*
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State*
Zip Code*
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Job Title*
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Supervisor's Name*
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Job Duties*

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Did you leave?*



Please Explain*


Would you expect this employer to say they would rehire you for the position you last held there?*

If no, please explain


Additional Information

Comments

Please comment on how your prior education and experiences qualify you for the type of employment you are seeking. Detail any past responsibilities and achievements.


Note any special coursework, honors, activities, special projects, military training or any other data that will assist us in considering your application for employment



Please provide any additional comments which you feel should be considered in the pre-employment process.


Resume

If you would like to attach your resume with this application, please select file
(.doc, .docx, .pdf):


Application Agreement

Please carefully read the following before agreeing, since it contains terms and conditions that affect your application and potential employment, or your continued employment.


I certify that the facts contained in this application are true and complete to the best of my knowledge, and understand that if employed, incomplete, false or misleading statements on this application, or any of my pre-employment paperwork, shall be grounds for dismissal at any time in the future. I understand this application becomes part of my official employment record, if hired.


I authorize investigation of all statements contained herein. I authorize the previous employers and references listed in this application to give Lowen Corporation any and all information concerning my previous employment, and any pertinent information they may have, personal or otherwise, and release all parties from all liability for any damage that may result from furnishing same. I also authorize Lowen Corporation to obtain information regarding my record from the Bureau of Motor Vehicles, if the job for which I am applying will require driving as a part of my job duties.


Lowen Corporation is a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, use of or being under the influence of a controlled substance or alcohol is prohibited at any Lowen Corporation workplace. I understand that as a condition of employment, each employee at Lowen Corporation must (a) abide by the terms of this statement and (b) notify Lowen Corporation in writing of any criminal drug-statute conviction for a violation occurring in the workplace no later than five calendar days after such conviction. I also understand that within 30 calendar days after receiving notice of a workplace drug conviction, Lowen Corporation will (a) take appropriate disciplinary action against the employee, up to and including termination, or (b) require the employee to satisfactorily participate in an employee assistance or rehabilitation program. I understand that pursuant to the company's job application process, I will be required to undergo drug testing. I further understand that if I refuse to take or fail the drug test, I am disqualified for employment consideration at this time. I hereby knowingly and voluntarily consent to the company's request to undergo drug testing. I further release the company and its officers, agents, representatives and employees from any and all claims and liability for damages associated with or arising from my submission to these tests.


In consideration of my employment, I agree to conform to company rules, regulations and policies, and agree that my employment and compensation can be terminated with or without cause, and with or without notice, at any time, for any reason, at the option of either the company or myself. I understand that no supervisor, manager, officer or representative of the company, or any other entity of the company, has any authority to enter into any agreement for providing work for any specified period of time or to make any agreement contrary to the foregoing, other than the President, and then only in writing. I understand that no promise of a benefit is binding unless made in writing and signed by the President of the company.


By proceeding, you are indicating that you have carefully read and fully understand the preceding statements.


Your information will be collected, used, and disclosed by Lowen Corporation or affiliated entities in connection with the application and hiring process. It can be used for such purposes as assessing your suitability for employment with Lowen Corporation and its branches or affiliates, conducting background investigations, or verifying information about you, conducting applicant and employment-related statistical evaluation and recordkeeping, and to comply with legal obligations or respond to legal claims. This information is maintained in a secure environment and not shared with unaffiliated third parties. It will also be subject to disclosure as required by law. This policy is subject to amendment from time to time as necessary or appropriate.


IP addresses: Lowen Corporation logs IP addresses to facilitate the diagnosis of potential server and/or problems with job applications.


I HAVE READ, UNDERSTAND, AND AGREE WITH THE ABOVE.


*Your Name

*By checking this, I submit my name in place of a signature

*Signature:_________________________________
*Date (mm/dd/yyyy)
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Equal Employment Opportunity

It is the policy of Lowen Corporation to support equal employment opportunity for all
qualified individuals without distinction or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex,
age, national origin, disability, or veteran status.


We comply with government regulations and affirmative action responsibilities. To assist us
in complying with government reporting requirements, please complete this information. It
will be separated from the employment application and maintained in a separate and
confidential file.


*Sex:

*Race/Ethnicity








*Veteran Status








Voluntary Self-Identification of Disability

Why are you being asked to complete this form?

Because we do business with the government, we must reach out to, hire, and provide equal opportunity to qualified people with disabilities.i To help us measure how well we are doing, we are asking you to tell us if you have a disability or if you ever had a disability. Completing this form is voluntary, but we hope that you will choose to fill it out. If you are applying for a job, any answer you give will be kept private and will not be used against you in any way.


If you already work for us, your answer will not be used against you in any way. Because a person may become disabled at any time, we are required to ask all of our employees to update their information every five years. You may voluntarily self-identify as having a disability on this form without fear of any punishment because you did not identify as having a disability earlier.

How do I know if I have a disability?

You are considered to have a disability if you have a physical or mental impairment or medical condition that substantially limits a major life activity, or if you have a history or record of such an impairment or medical condition.


Disabilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Blindness
  • Deafness
  • Cancer
  • Diabetes
  • Epilepsy
  • Autism
  • Cerebral palsy
  • HIV/AIDS
  • Schizophrenia
  • Muscular dystrophy
  • Bipolar disorder
  • Major depression
  • Multiple sclerosis (MS)
  • Missing limbs or partially missing limbs
  • Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
  • Obsessive compulsive disorder
  • Impairments requiring the use of a wheelchair
  • Intellectual disability (previously called mental retardation)

Please check on of the boxes below:




Reasonable Accommodation Notice

Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment.


i Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended. For more information about this form or the equal employment obligations of Federal contractors, visit the U.S. Department of Labor’s Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP) website at www.dol.gov/ofccp.


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