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1st Shift Production Associate

Vertical Supply Group (VSG)/Sterling Rope
Biddeford, ME Full Time
POSTED ON 7/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/23/2026

Vertical Supply Group is seeking highly motivated and reliable individuals to join our expanding 1st shift production team at our Biddeford, Maine location Sterling Rope.

Company Overview

VSG is a vertically integrated business focused on supplying and manufacturing life-safety products and equipment that serve arborists, climbers, technical rescue professionals, and other ‘at-height’ experts around the globe. Based in Greensboro, NC, and with additional sites in the US, Canada, and the UK. Vertical Supply Group is a diverse and growing business with many great career opportunities.

This opportunity is located at our Biddeford, ME campus, Sterling Rope. Sterling Rope is the leading manufacturer of life safety rope, cord, and hardware, proudly made in the USA.

Benefits includes:

  • Matching 401K
  • Generous PTO package
  • Eligibility for quarterly & annual bonuses
  • 1st shift hours are 7:00 am - 3:30pm Monday through Friday.
  • 1st shift starting rate $19/hour

Job description:

Responsibilities include but not limited to:

  • Working knowledge of machinery and tools being used, including emergency shut offs.
  • Handle various processes involved in manufacturing rope as necessary, including core twisting, backwinding, sheath twisting, winding, braiding, inspection, and final finish.
  • Maintains clean and organized workspace to ensure accuracy.
  • Understands all aspects of production process, including storage, organization, labeling of all ropes (including assembled packages) lot numbers, cord patterns and lay length.
  • Manages and recycles waste product according to department protocols.
  • Demonstrate safe working practices, including appropriate attire and safety gear, reports any safety issues to management immediately.
  • Maintains and updates appropriate levels of documentation, including log sheets, labeling, and sorting product and construction sheets.
  • Frequent lifting of 30-50 pounds.
  • Operates efficiently and with as little waste as possible while still maintaining a high standard of quality.
  • Maintains confidentiality.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 per hour

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Language:

  • English (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $19

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