Seasonal- Customizations Specialist

Blade HQ; Marion (VA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Blade HQ is seeking a Seasonal Customizations Specialist to join the Order Fulfillment team. You will learn and perform knife modifications, laser engraving, assembly of components, and apparel customization following detailed instructions.

This temporary role runs during the holiday season, with 40 hours per week and shifts from 2pm-10pm or 10pm-6am, Monday through Friday. Starting pay is $15.00 per hour, and employment is contingent on background and drug screening.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old and have a high school diploma or GED.
• Seasonal/Temporary role for the Holiday season (approx 10/19/26–12/31/26).
• Willing to perform knife modifications, laser engraving, assembly, and apparel customization following detailed instructions.

Responsibilities

• Learn and follow detailed job instructions to modify knives.
• Laser engrave knives using an industrial laser.
• Assemble knives from components into completed products.
• Customize apparel using industrial printer.
• Perform other duties as assigned by a manager.

Skills

Attention to detail

Tool handling

Manual dexterity

Independent work

Knife safety

MS Office

Self-motivated

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Screwdriver

Impact driver

Pin punch

Laser engraving equipment

Job description

Job Title: Seasonal - Customizations Specialist

Dept: Order Fulfillment

Reports to: Manager, Chance Martello

# of Openings: 2

**This is a Seasonal / Temporary position for the Holiday season at Blade HQ and does not guarantee long-term employment. ** Approx 10/19/26 - 12/31/26

Job Summary

The Customization Specialist will be trained to follow detailed job instructions. Disassemble, modify, and reassemble knives. Clean, inspect and repackage knives. Perform laser engraving on knives, assemble knife components to completed knives, and customizing apparel.

Tasks

• Learn and follow detailed job instructions to correctly perform modifications to knives.
• Laser engraves knives using an industrial laser.
• Assemble knives from individual components.
• Customizing apparel/articles of clothing using industrial printer
• May include other duties and responsibilities as assigned by manager.

Skills

• Ability to follow detailed instructions to perform correct modifications or assembly.
• Knowledge of and ability to use various tools (screwdriver, impact driver, pin punch, etc.)
• Manual dexterity of hands for repetitive knife modification and assembly.
• Work independently with minimum supervision.
• Safe handling of knives and other sharp-edged tools.
• Basic understanding of Microsoft suite programs
• Self-motivated and accountable.

Physical Demands

• Lift 50 lbs. of knives in cardboard boxes to work area.
• Stand or sit for extended periods of time while performing assigned tasks.
• Wear safety glasses and hearing protection while performing assigned tasks.
• Follow all safety regulations.

Work Environment

• Machine shop/assembly environment with some noise.
• Overtime may be required occasionally based on business need.
• Close-toed shoes are required.

Education and Experience

• Must be 18 years old or older.
• High school diploma, GED or equivalent required.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Seasonal- Monday-Friday, 2pm-10pm or 10pm-6am
• 8 hours per day.
• 40 hours per week.
• Starting pay- $15.00

Employment at Blade HQ is predicated upon passing a background check and drug screening. Blade HQ reserves the right to deny employment (even if an offer letter has been signed) to any individual who does not pass a background and drug screening or anyone who fails or refuses to complete one.