Production Apprentice *** $1500 SIGNING BONUS!!! ***

SW 188th St near Vashon Hwy SW, Vashon WA

Description

Production Apprentice Day Shift, 4 tens: 5:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monday - Thursday Weekends, 3 twelves: 7:30 a.m. - 7:30 p.m. Friday - Sunday (Work 36 hours, paid for 40!) Starting wage $18 - $20 per hour (DOE) Signing bonus (for full time) of $500 after 3 months + $1000 after 6 months WHO WE ARE: Who knew? On a beautiful green island in south Puget Sound sits the world’s best “bone factory!” For over four decades Pacific Research Laboratories, dba, Sawbones, has been creating and manufacturing state-of-the-art anatomical medical training and simulation models, right here on Vashon Island. And not only that… we also offer contracted manufacturing solutions using the latest technology and innovative engineering, to turn others’ ideas into salable products. As employee-owners, we’re a dedicated bunch, proud of the products we make and the strong relationships we’ve built over the years with our customers, vendors, and the community. Island residents enjoy a peaceful, unhurried lifestyle, outdoor activities, and an opportunity to have “the best of both worlds” with West Seattle, Tacoma, and the Kitsap peninsula each a short ferry ride away. We also have Metro bus service and a weekday water taxi to downtown Seattle - lots of transport options. And the orca-sightings are free! We offer a comprehensive salary and benefit package that includes commuter subsidies, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plus paid time off (PTO) and sick leave. After one year of service, you are automatically enrolled in our ESOP, you are then also eligible to join our 401k plan that includes company matching. SUMMARY: Provide support throughout all production departments. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES: Gain competency-level skill in production departments as needed Hit daily production quota and quality standards Understand, support, and execute all work in a safe manner using the established procedures, methods, and safe working requirements. Assist the production supervisors as needed Maintain, troubleshoot, and perform tasks throughout production Support all production operators, systems, & tools to achieve optimal workflow Participate in continuous improvement processes Maintain a professional demeanor Stock supplies as needed Ensure work areas are kept clean Performs other duties as required JOB REQUIREMENTS: Strong communication skills Willing to be flexible and accountable to business demands in production Ability to frequently use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls Ability to frequently grasp, open, close, and move molds/tools using hands and wrists Ability to occasionally lift up to 75 lbs. and frequently lift up to approximately 30 lbs., Ability to constantly stand, ability to frequently walk within department, Ability to push, pull, pry, bend, squat and reach throughout the shift Ability to frequently see up close, peripherally and have depth perception in order to inspect product Ability to constantly recognize different colors of resins and materials used in production Ability to frequently perform repetitive routine production procedures accurately throughout the shift Ability to cross train and rotate to all production areas Ability to understand and use different types of basic computers and touch screen HOW TO APPLY: Candidates must complete an online application in order to be considered for this position. First you will create an account within our online application system. Then you can choose the position that you would like to apply for. You can find the link to our online application system by visiting our website at WWW.SAWBONES.COM/CAREERS.