What are the responsibilities and job description for the Production Associate position at Springfield Leather Company?
About Us: Springfield Leather Co. (SLC ®) is an industry leader in customer service, education, and supplies for leathercraft. We specialize in producing various leather components that crafters can use to create finished goods. While we work with leather, we are not a custom leather goods shop. We are excited to add a Production Assistant to our growing production department.
Job Summary: As a Production Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting with various physical duties, maintaining safety standards, operating a hydraulic cutting press, cutting leather belt strips, assembling wallet interiors, loading and unloading materials, and providing insights and suggestions for improvement opportunities to the department head. This is a very physically demanding job, requiring you to be on your feet most of the day. While prior production shop experience is a plus, we will provide training to bring you up to speed.
Position Details:
- Position Type: Full-Time, Hourly, Non-Exempt
- Schedule: Monday through Friday, some Saturdays as needed. You will have 2 days off per week.
- Average Hours: 40 hours per week
- Starting Wage: $16.00 per hour
- Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Paid Appointment Time, Simple IRA, HSA, Paid time off, Wholesale pricing
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist with various physical duties in the production department.
- Maintain safety standards throughout the production process.
- Operate machinery such as a hydraulic cutting press and strap cutter.
- Assemble wallet interiors and other leather components.
- Load and unload materials, ensuring proper handling and storage.
- Provide insights and suggestions for improvement opportunities to the department head.
- Adapt to new opportunities and challenges in a fast-paced environment.
Qualifications:
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks, including standing for long periods.
- Prior production shop experience is a plus but not required.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety standards.
- Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.
- Eagerness to learn and adapt in a dynamic work environment.
How to Apply: If you're ready to join our dynamic team and contribute to our production department, please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in the Production Assistant position. We look forward to hearing from you!
Springfield Leather Co. (SLC) is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. We will not tolerate discrimination, inappropriate behavior, or harassment of any kind in the workplace.
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