What are the responsibilities and job description for the Knifemaker position at New West KnifeWorks?
Knife Maker - Full Time, Pay-per-Piece | Production
Location: 7667 Lupine Ln., Victor, ID
Reports to: Production Floor Manager
New West KnifeWorks’ mission is to make the finest knives in the world. NWKW is looking for the right candidate to assemble some of the world’s finest cutlery in our production facility in Teton Valley, ID. This position is essential to NWKW - join our team and learn how our reputation for durability and design are second to none.
About you:
Location: 7667 Lupine Ln., Victor, ID
Reports to: Production Floor Manager
New West KnifeWorks’ mission is to make the finest knives in the world. NWKW is looking for the right candidate to assemble some of the world’s finest cutlery in our production facility in Teton Valley, ID. This position is essential to NWKW - join our team and learn how our reputation for durability and design are second to none.
About you:
- High attention to detail
- Enjoy working with your hands
- Comfortable operating power tools and abrasive grinders
- Enjoy working independently; strong time-management skills
- Organized and self-driven
- Take pride and responsibility in quality of finished products
- Progress through the levels of knifemaking mastery: Apprentice, Artisan, Master.
- Become familiar with production parts and finished products.
- Arrange machines; test before work to ensure proper operation.
- Process knife parts in preparation for assembly.
- Use epoxy and rivet press to assemble knives.
- Shape knives by hand using abrasive belt sanders, achieving specific product specifications.
- Quality control, clean, and turn in finished goods.
- Document finished work and weekly progress.
- Operate safely and efficiently.
- Ensure timely preparation and availability of all production materials to avoid shortages during production.
- Report to supervisor(s) regularly, keeping them updated on production activities and progress.
- Ensure cleanliness of the production facility.
- Abrasive belt grinders of varying functions
- Bench Grinders, Drill Presses, Pneumatic and Manual Rivet Presses
- Access to full Production Factory Tools
- Sharp Knives
- Training wage: $20/hr
- Pay-Per-Piece Structure upon completion of training
- Average realized hourly rates: approx. $30/hr with monthly bonus eligibility
- Comprehensive medical, dental, & vision insurance dependent care FSA*
- 401(k) 4% company match**
- Flexible time off flexible hours
- Paid parental leave
- Generous employee discount friends & family discount
- Discount programs with partner organizations such as Kuhl
- 60-day waiting period; then, eligible on 1st of following month
- 6-month eligibility waiting period applies
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