Kitting Associate

Sea Bags; South Portland (ME); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental & Vision

FSA

Life & Disability

401(k) Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Referral Bonus

EAP

Merchandise Discount

Job summary

Sea Bags in South Portland, ME is seeking a Full-Time Kitting Associate to coordinate and assemble production kits for our handmade totes and accessories. You will read specifications, select sail panels, and maintain materials to ensure every kit is complete and ready for the next stage.

You’ll work in a fast-paced production environment, with a strong emphasis on accuracy (aiming for 99% outputs), safety, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• A positive, team-first attitude ready to support across tasks.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Strong communication to articulate needs and updates.
• Reliable time management to keep production on track.
• Willingness to work toward daily production targets.
• Ability to work independently while aligning with team goals.
• Ability to deliver speed and accuracy in a fast-paced setting.
• Availability for a full-time schedule: 40 hours/week.

Responsibilities

• Assemble production kits by accurately reading and following detailed specifications and designs
• Ensure precision and efficiency with 99% accuracy on average production outputs
• Select, verify, and count sail panels and materials needed for each kit, ensuring no detail is missed
• Organize, stock, and maintain raw materials to support the flow of production
• Assist in keeping the production area clean, safe, and ready for success
• Track inventory and participate in periodic counts to support team-wide accuracy
• Work closely with production leadership to meet daily goals, timelines, and quality benchmarks
• Step up with flexibility—tackling new tasks as assigned and collaborating across departments
• Uphold our safety standards while bringing energy and pride to every shift

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Quality focus

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Inventory tracking

Job description

Join the Crew at Sea Bags!

Sea Bags, the original maker of one-of-a-kind totes, handbags, and accessories crafted in the USA from recycled sailboat sails, is looking for a Full-Time Kitting Associate who plays a vital role in coordinating and assembling the materials that bring our handcrafted and iconic products to life.

If you’re passionate about sustainability, high-quality craftsmanship, and creating something meaningful with your hands, we’d love to connect! We’re looking for reliable, detail-oriented team players who thrive in a fast-paced production environment and take pride in contributing to something bigger. You’ll be setting the foundation for each product—making sure every kit is accurate, complete, and ready for the next stage in our process.

Why Join Us?

We offer a comprehensive and generous benefits package for our full-time employees, designed to support your health, financial security, and work-life balance:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance – 100% of dental and vision premiums covered for you!
• Flexible Spending Accounts – For health and dependent care expenses.
• Life & Disability Coverage – 100% company-paid life insurance, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Plan for your future with company-supported retirement savings.
• Paid Time Off – Vacation, holidays, sick days, and even birthday leave to recharge and celebrate you.
• Employee Referral Bonus – Rewarding you for helping us grow our team with top talent.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – Support for mental health, counseling, and personal resources.
• Employee Merchandise Discount – Enjoy Sea Bags products at a special rate, because we love treating our team!

What You’ll Do

• Assemble production kits by accurately reading and following detailed specifications and designs
• Ensure precision and efficiency with 99% accuracy on average production outputs
• Select, verify, and count sail panels and materials needed for each kit, ensuring no detail is missed
• Organize, stock, and maintain raw materials to support the flow of production
• Assist in keeping the production area clean, safe, and ready for success
• Track inventory and participate in periodic counts to support team-wide accuracy
• Work closely with production leadership to meet daily goals, timelines, and quality benchmarks
• Step up with flexibility—tackling new tasks as assigned and collaborating across departments
• Uphold our safety standards while bringing energy and pride to every shift

What We’re Looking For

• A positive, team-first attitude with the willingness to support wherever needed
• Exceptional attention to detail with a commitment to consistency and quality
• Strong communication skills to clearly articulate needs, questions, and updates
• Reliable time management and organizational abilities to keep production on track
• A proactive mindset with comfort working toward goals and hitting production targets
• The ability to thrive independently while staying connected to the team’s goals
• A sharp focus under pressure—delivering speed and accuracy in a fast-paced setting
• Availability for a full-time schedule (minimum 40 hours per week)
• Physical stamina to lift materials, stand for long periods, and move comfortably throughout the warehouse

Work Location:In person – South Portland, ME

At Sea Bags,we celebrate diversityand are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, national origin, or any other protected status.