Production Worker 1

MSA, The Safety Company; Pittsfield (NH); On-site; USD 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

MSA Safety is hiring Production Workers in Pittsfield, NH to perform sewing and non-sewing operations turning fabric into turnout gear. You may learn other roles and will support the team on the production line. Starting pay is $19.27/hour with potential additional compensation based on experience.

Work 1st shift: 6:00 am–3:30 pm (Fri 6:00 am–2:30 pm); overtime on Saturdays as needed. Training available via temporary agency if needed.

Qualifications

• Must have 3 months minimum sewing machine / stitching operation experience.
• Able to read, write and speak basic English.
• Background check, drug screen and pre-employment physicals required.

Responsibilities

• Operate sewing machines to stitch turnout gear shell or liner.
• Support team by learning at least two additional operations.

Skills

English literacy

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Programmable sewing machines

Sewing machines

Job description

Overview

Are you someone who is passionate, motivated, and driven to make a difference? If so, MSA Safety is the perfect fit for your career.

At MSA, SAFETY is who we are AND it is what we do. We are a purpose-driven company committed to deploying innovation and technology to deliver on our Mission to help protect people and assets all around the world. We continue to be relentless in our pursuit of solving our customers greatest problems so they can go home safe each and every day.

Are you in? Read on for more details about this particular role.

Responsibilities

• 1st Shift - 6:00 am - 3:30 pm, Monday through Thursday, 6:00 am - 2:30 pm on Friday - overtime on Saturdays as business needs dictate. With 30-minute unpaid lunch and two breaks.
• Starting Pay $19.27/hour - Additional compensation may be available based upon direct experience.
• # of Openings: 1

For more than 100 years, our passionate mission of safety empowers us to protect lives. Globe invented Fire Fighter Protective Clothing / Turn Out Gear / Fire Suits over 137 years ago and we are proud to protect those on the front line today!

Now hiring Production Workers for our Pittsfield, New Hampshire manufacturing plant to perform sewing and non‑sewing operations as we convert specialty cut fabric into high quality turnout gear. In this role you will learn stitching operations and may also learn jobs in other areas as well.

Sewing (Sewing Operators)

• Utilize a variety of industrial single needle, double needle and programmable machines to stitch one of over 100 operations needed to complete the turnout gear shell or liner. Every operator is responsible for the quality of their work and is expected to support their departmental team by learning at least two additional operations.

Machine Operator roles (Snapping, Seam Seal, Automated Stitching, Trim)

• Ability to use and understand a ruler and measurements.

Qualifications

Required

• 3 months minimum of sewing machine / stitching operation.
  • If lacking minimum experience, we will train you and you will start through our temporary agency before full time employment.
• Able to read, write and speak basic English.
• Background check, drug screen and pre‑employment physicals is required.
• Must be able to:
  • Stand stationary for 8 hours.
  • Walk unassisted for full shift.
  • Reach at or above shoulder height.
  • Perform repetitive tasks using hands, wrists, fingers, arms, shoulders.
  • Read, write, and speak in English.
  • Ability to hear noises clearly with or without hearing support assistance.
  • Vision - ability to see up close fine details, small components and tools while performing sewing and machine operation) with or without vision support assistance.
  • Good depth perception.
  • Able to lift and carry 1-25 pounds unassisted.
  • Work inside and around others.
  • Wear safety glasses for full shift and/or gloves if required for the task.
  • Work at a moderate pace.
  • Work proficiently individually and as a team.
  • Collaborate and communicate effectively, professionally, and respectfully.
  • Perform routine tasks.
• Able to assist in team lifting of approximately 30 pounds.

Additional Requirements Preferred

• Previous experience in Sewing, Manufacturing, Machine Operation, Assembly, Quality Control and Inspection desirable.
• High School Diploma or GED.