Production Team Member

Welcome. We’re glad you’re here. And we’re not just saying that—we truly mean it. At Watson, we’re proud of our people, our craft, and our workplace solutions. For over 50 years, we’ve designed and built revolutionary, award-winning products for some of the most innovative companies in the world. Our designs are functional, simple, and built with respect for our environment and community. 

**Please note, this role is 100% On- Site at our Poulsbo, Washington Workplace called the Orchard. 

The Orchard is more than merely our Pacific Northwest headquarters and the land that surrounds it. With a perimeter of towering Douglas firs and vistas of the Olympic Mountains, it’s quite the inspirational workplace. The Orchard is more expansive than its literal acreage; it's an oxygen-rich metaphor of what we're here to do and, more importantly, what we’re here to take care of. We love working here, and we think you will too! 

What you'll do: 

• Follow all PPE and safety rules and regulations as set by Watson including affected lock out tag out procedures   
• Use common hand and power tools for manufacturing activities including but not limited to cutting, grinding, drilling, cleaning, measuring, inspecting, assembling, etc 
• Use electrical and mechanical assembly tools and equipment  
• Meet or exceed productivity expectations as assigned by production leadership   
• Examine products to verify compliance to quality standards 
• Communicate with other employees and management to avoid any mistakes and/or to address recommendations for improvement 
• Follow safety requirements and maintaining a clean and organized work area 
• Final assembly and inspection of completed Watson products  
• All other responsibilities within reason as assigned by production leadership 

JOB KNOWLEDGE: 

• Manufacturing experience preferred 
• Ability to interpret moderate to advanced 3 dimensional images and drawings  
• How to work in a required sequence to ensure alignment of the production schedule 
• How to use basic power and hand tools 
• A willingness to learn the Watson Production System  
• All other procedures and policies as assigned by production leadership 

WHO YOU ARE: 

• Someone who operates with a high degree of kindness, humility, and respect for others.   
• Someone who takes pride in their work 
• Is punctual and ready to work at their station at the assigned time 
• Flexible to a changing and ever evolving production environment  
• Has a good attitude  
• Someone who holds themselves and others to high safety standards 
• Someone who can routinely lift up to 50lbs. 
• Someone who supports and engages with all continuous improvement (WPS) activities including problem solving and visual management  

Our Benefits 

• INSURANCE | All employees and their dependents will have the ability to enroll in medical, dental, vision, and life insurance plans. If enrolled, benefits begin on the first day of the month following the 60th day of employment at Watson. 

• RETIREMENT | Watson will match 50% of employees’ 401k contributions, up to 2.5% of base annual salary. All employees over the age of 21 will be automatically enrolled on the first day of the month following 6 months of employment. You can opt out, decrease, or increase contribution at any time.  

• PAID TIME OFF | Full Time hourly employees can expect to earn roughly 80 hours of vacation time off during their first year at Watson, 120 hours of vacation time off during years 2-5, and 160 hours of vacation time off each year after being employed for 6 years. Additionally, full-time employees can also expect to earn 52 hours of sick time per year. Both buckets of PTO are accrued on a per hour worked basis and can result in more or less paid time off accrued based on their hours worked.   

• PAID HOLIDAYS | Watson is closed for 8 holidays every year and offers every employee an additional paid holiday to choose upon employment. 

• PROFIT SHARING | Profit Sharing is how we reward the effort and commitment of our employees. Generally, 25% of profits are allocated to the Profit Sharing Plan after the baseline profit level is met. The overall profit sharing amount varies from year to year. 

• EMPLOYEE ASSISTANCE PROGRAM | This is a free service for all employees and dependents to provide support for any mental, emotional, relational, and financial need, as well as crisis and grief support. 

Essential Attributes of Watson Employees 

• Insane curiosity 
• Excited and enthusiastic about your work 
• Embrace and exhibit our values 

Watson is an equal opportunity employer of all qualified individuals, including minorities, women, veterans & individuals with disabilities. Watson will consider qualified applicants for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state, and local ordinances. 

Salary : $18 - $20