Production Flex Worker-AS

Safariland; Dalton (MA); On-site; USD 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Employer paid life insurance and AD&D

Employer paid disability

Wellness program

Adoption assistance

Tuition assistance

Employee assistance program

Work life balance

Paid time off

Job summary

Safariland is seeking a production line associate to perform various assembly tasks and mass-produce products in a safe, efficient manner. You will work across multiple stations, assemble and label stock, support quality control, and ensure accurate serial numbers and logos are applied.

Responsibilities include operating band saws and other shop equipment, performing composite layups, fabric cutting, and keeping the workspace clean. A team-oriented mindset and safety compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Two to three years related experience and/or training, or equivalent.
• General knowledge of hand tools and shop operations.

Responsibilities

• Work at different workstations as production needs require.
• Assemble and label products for stock as needed.
• Assist Quality Control in production.
• Verify sales order to assembled parts and/or finished product.
• Adhere product logos and serial numbers on products properly.
• Steel cutting with band saw or other shop equipment.
• Composite layup.
• Fabric cutting to support ballistic composite and blanket production.
• Observe safety regulations and procedures.
• Assist with keeping production area clean and organized.
• Participate in kaizen activities to improve productivity and quality.
• Train associates as required.
• Perform support operations including Crane Operator, Forklift Operator and Team Lead, Inventory, Receiving and/or Planning Backup.
• Notify supervisor of non-conforming product and unsafe practices.

Skills

Hand tools

Shop operations

Team player

Communication

Math skills

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Band saw

Shop equipment

Job description

Overview

Perform all associated tasks included in line assembly operations to mass-produce products. To work efficiently and safely, while maintaining target range on the following KPI’s: discrepancies, accidents, repairs, reworks, material yield, desired ship dates and inventory cycle counts.

TOGETHER, WE SAVE LIVES

Perform all associated tasks included in line assembly operations to mass-produce products. To work efficiently and safely, while maintaining target range on the following KPI’s: discrepancies, accidents, repairs, reworks, material yield, desired ship dates and inventory cycle counts.

Responsibilities

• Work at different workstations as production needs require


• Assemble and label products for stock as needed


• Assist Quality Control in production


• Verify sales order to assembled parts and/or finished product


• Adhere product logos and serial numbers on products properly


• Steel cutting with band saw or other shop equipment


• Composite layup


• Fabric cutting to support ballistic composite and blanket production


• Observe all safety regulations and procedures of the facility


• Assist with keeping production area clean and organized


• Participate in kaizen activities to achieve productivity and quality improvements


• Train associates as required


• Perform support operations, including, but not limited to Crane Operator, Forklift Operator and Team Lead, Inventory, Receiving and/or Planning Backup


• Notify supervisor of non-conforming product


• Notify supervisor of unsafe equipment or work practices


• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Two to 3 years related experience and or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• High School Diploma or general education degree (GED).


• General knowledge in the use of hand tools and shop operations


• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos


• Ability to write simple correspondence


• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization


• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals


• Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs


• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions


• Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations


• Must work well with others and be a team member


• Ability to accept direction from a peer.


• Standing, sitting, lifting 40 pounds, use of equipment, manual and powered.

Why work at Safariland?

At Safariland our colleagues are some of the best and brightest in the industry and we are seeking new team members who exhibit the diverse competencies that will drive The Safariland Group to even greater success while maintaining our culture of being a great place to work. We believe innovation drives winning performance and we constantly challenge ourselves to be the very best in every aspect of our business. We cultivate a work culture driven by our 4 core values; integrity, curiosity, excellence and empowerment and we want associates to be involved in their work and communities so they can achieve their highest level of wellbeing. That is why Safariland offers a comprehensive suite of benefits to promote health and financial security for eligible employees and their families.

Eligible Employees Are Offered

• Medical, dental & vision insurance


• 401(k) with company match


• Employer paid life insurance and AD&D


• Employer paid disability


• Wellness program


• Adoption assistance


• Tuition assistance


• Employee assistance program


• Work life balance


• Paid time off (PTO), sick leave and paid holidays throughout the calendar year (consistent with relevant state law and company policies)

The Safariland Group believes in the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to equal opportunity and affirmative actions. We pride ourselves on hiring and developing the best people, without regard to age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic characteristics, race, color, creed, religion, ethnicity, national origin, alienage, citizenship, disability, marital status, military status, pregnancy, or any other legally recognized protected basis prohibited by applicable law.

For those applicants with disabilities, if you require reasonable accommodation in searching for a job opening or submitting an application, please contact us by calling 888-469-6455.

All employment decisions are solely based on the applicant's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position.