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Fly Rod Manufacturing Associate

orvis
Manchester, VT Full Time
POSTED ON 8/8/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/8/2026

The Orvis Company is expanding its team of Fly-Rod Manufacturing associates, and we encourage you to consider working at the Rod Shop in Manchester where you will craft world-renowned fly-fishing rods.

 We firmly believe that the only way for Orvis to achieve its vision is to have a company culture that is supportive and inspires the individuals who will get us there. Our associates take pride in our world-class service and products. We work in a team-oriented environment, focusing on performance, continuous improvement, and treating each other with integrity and mutual respect.  Even if you don’t fly fish, we believe this is the place for you. 

Not sure about fly-rod manufacturing?  We encourage you to see our production process by attending a free daily tour.  Tours are conducted Monday-Friday at 10:30am.

 Our Commitment to You:

  • We support a healthy work/life balance with 7am – 3:30pm, M-F shift.
  • We offer a $1000.00 sign-on bonus ($500.00 payable after 90 days, with the remainder paid after 180 days of employment)
  • We have a comprehensive employee benefits package that includes paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, medical, vision and dental coverage, an employer-matched 401k savings plan and merchandise discounts at Orvis and other outdoor retailers. 
  • We reward efficiency with quarterly incentive bonuses and annual pay increases.
  • Our Career Pathway provides opportunities for skill growth and financial advancement.
  • We pride ourselves in maintaining a clean, safe, and friendly work environment for all our associates.

 Position Interface

This position reports directly to a Rod Shop Production Lead or Supervisor and will interact daily with other Rod Shop associates including the Management Team.

 Responsibilities:

  • Be an ambassador of the Brand and embody the Orvis culture and its core values
  • Perform tasks in the overall process to complete the manufacturing of an Orvis Fly Rod, including but not limited to:
    • Operating state-of-the-art rod manufacturing equipment
    • Cutting, cleaning, and painting rod sections
    • Assembling and installing reel seats and cork handles
    • Affixing guides to rod blanks
    • Inspecting work and ensuring quality control
    • Work to specification and meet daily production goals
  • Complete additional assignments from Rod Shop management

 Required Qualifications:

  • High school diploma
  • Excellent attendance
  • Proactive, adaptable, collaborative and solution-oriented personality
  • Ability to take direction and execute with exactness
  • Physical ability to lift and move up to 30lbs
  • Physical ability to bend and move with agility
  • Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time
  • Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity

 

 Desired Qualifications:

  • Experience in light manufacturing and/or the use of hand tools
  • Experience in craftsmanship
  • Appreciation for the outdoors

 https://www.orvis.com/california-applicant-notice.html

Salary : $18 - $20

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