Archery Bowstring Builder

60X Custom Strings

Cowansville (PA)

On-site

USD 27,552 - 41,328

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health and vision insurance

Retirement with company match

Paid vacation

Job summary

A leading archery bowstring manufacturer in Cowansville seeks an Entry-Level Archery Bowstring Craftsman to operate machinery and maintain quality standards. Ideal candidates are self-motivated and have mechanical aptitude. Full-time shifts available with competitive pay, production bonuses, and benefits after a 90-day probation period. Highlighting any archery experience is encouraged.

Qualifications

Must be able to read work orders and safety rules.
Ability to read a ruler down to 1/64 inch.
Self-motivated and capable of managing stressful situations.

Responsibilities

Determine machine setup procedures.
Check for conformance to specifications.
Track daily production and weekly inventory.

Skills

Mechanical skills

Problem-solving

Ability to operate machinery

Mathematical aptitude

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Base pay range: $20.00/hr - $30.00/hr

Overview

A growing archery bowstring facility in Cowansville is seeking 2 bowstring craftsmen to operate and maintain machines that layup, stretch, wrap, twist, measure and serve bowstrings. The ideal candidate will be able to read and understand work orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, and will be able to calculate fundamental mathematical problems including fractions and decimals. The job is fast-paced with the highest quality standards. Previous archery experience is helpful but not required.

Essential Responsibilities and Duties

Determine machine setup procedures.
Locate defects on raw and finished products.
Check for conformance to specifications.
Install, connect, test, and adjust equipment.
Clean tools, machines, and the work area.
Resolve issues related to day-to-day operations and maintenance.
Meet daily and weekly production goals.
Develop respect and a working relationship with co-workers.
Track daily production and weekly inventory.
Demonstrate the ability to be creative and solve unique problems.

Required Qualifications

High School Graduate (or equivalent).
Mechanical skills and aptitude are required.
Ability to operate mid-sized shop machinery.
Ability to read a ruler down to 1/64 inch.
Strong aptitude in problem-solving and process improvement.
Ability to articulate problems and solutions verbally.
Demonstrate a sense of urgency and personal initiative related to problem-resolution duties with follow-through and professionalism.
Must pass pre-employment math, drug, and background checks.
Self-motivated and capable of managing stressful situations.

Openings, Shifts, and Benefits

Openings include full-time day and evening shifts along with part-time evenings and weekends. Starting base salary is $20/hr plus production bonus up to $30/hr. Raises of $1 at 3 and 6 months. Overtime opportunities available. Benefits after a 90-day probation period, including HSA, retirement with company match, health and vision insurance, and paid vacation. Four 9-hour days per week with a half day on Friday. Several openings anticipated over the next few months. Highlight any archery experience in a cover letter.

About 60X Custom Strings

3-time world and 5-time national champion Brad Patsy founded 60X Custom Strings to provide the best possible products at the best possible price for target archers and bow hunters. With over 90 world titles and over 800 national championships since 2001, 60X Custom Strings is known for quality and performance. The company serves OEM bow companies, distributors, dealers/retailers, and retail customers worldwide with a state-of-the-art production facility and proprietary equipment and processes.

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