Production Associate

Blick Art Materials; Galesburg (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks dedicated production associates to join their team. This role involves operating various machinery for wood products, custom framing, and printing. You will be responsible for processing production orders, packing finished products, and ensuring safety while moving inventory. Join a company with a rich history and a commitment to supporting the Visual Art Community by providing the best tools and services. If you are looking for a dynamic work environment and the opportunity to grow, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401K & Profit Sharing Plan

Incentive Bonus Plans

Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off

Paid Parental Leave

Short-Term/Long-Term Disability

Training Opportunities

Basic & Optional Life Insurance

Employee Discount

Qualifications

• Ability to operate and maintain various production machinery safely.
• Capable of lifting heavy weights and adhering to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain equipment for wood products and custom framing.
• Process production orders efficiently and pack finished products.
• Utilize motorized trucks and ensure safety in all tasks.

Skills

Prolonged walking and standing

Ability to lift and carry 70 lbs

Tools

Wood cutting equipment

Joining equipment

Printing equipment

Framing equipment

Motorized industrial trucks

Pallet jacks

Material moving dolly

Job description

Your Role...

Overall Purpose and Main Objectives:

Production associates will use machinery and perform a variety of tasks related to the production of wood products, custom framing and printing.

Overall Responsibilities:

• Operates and maintains wood cutting, joining, printing and framing equipment
• Processes all production orders in an efficient, timely, and accurate manner
• Packs and ships finished products
• Moves inventory utilizing motorized industrial trucks, pallet jacks or material moving dolly’s
• Discharges all assigned responsibilities in a safe, and responsible manner
• All other assigned duties as directed by members of the Management Team

Skills/Qualifications:

• Prolonged walking and standing
• Ability to lift and carry 70 lbs. using appropriate lifting techniques and adhering to all safety rules

Pay Rate:

The pay range below is provided in compliance with state/city specific laws. This pay range applies to this location. Pay ranges may be different in other locations.

• $17.00 - $18.00 per hour + Incentives

Benefits Include:

• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• 401K & Profit Sharing Plan
• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Paid Holidays & Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability
• Training Opportunities
• Basic & Optional Life Insurance
• Employee Discount

Who we are...

Founded in 1911, Blick Art Materials is in its third generation of family ownership, and is the largest and oldest provider of art supplies in the United States.

Our Mission...

At Blick Art Materials, our family owners and dedicated staff support the Visual Art Community by providing the widest selection of art supplies at the lowest prices. With extraordinary service and integrity, we strive to provide artists, educators, students, and our employees with the tools, assistance, and training they need to grow, innovate, and reach their creative potential.