Fly-Rod Manufacturing Associate

Orvis•Manchester, VT

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Orvis Company is expanding its team of Fly-Rod Manufacturing associates, and we encourage you to consider working at the Rod Shop in Manchester where you will craft world-renowned fly-fishing rods. We firmly believe that the only way for Orvis to achieve its vision is to have a company culture that is supportive, and inspires the individuals who will get us there. Our associates take pride in our world-class service and products. We work in a team-oriented environment, focusing on performance, continuous improvement, and treating each other with integrity and mutual respect. Even if you don’t fly-fish, we believe this is the place for you. Not sure about fly-rod manufacturing? We encourage you to see our production in process by attending a free daily tour. Tours are conducted Monday-Friday at 10:30am. Our Commitment to You: We support a healthy work/life balance with alternate shifts that allow flexibility. There are no evening or night shifts and no mandatory weekends. A 4/10 schedule is also an option. We offer a $500 sign-on bonus, payable after 90 days of employment. We have a comprehensive employee benefits package that includes paid holidays, three weeks paid-time-off, medical, vision and dental coverage, an employer-matched 401k savings plan and merchandise discounts at Orvis and other outdoor retailers. We reward productivity with quarterly incentive bonuses and annual pay increases. Our Careers Pathway provides opportunities for skill growth and financial advancement. We pride ourselves in maintaining a clean, safe, and friendly work environment for all of our associates. Position Interface This position reports directly to a Rod Shop Production Lead and interacts daily with other Rod Shop associates and the Management Team.

Requirements

High school diploma
Excellent attendance
Ability to take direction and execute with exactness
Physical ability to lift and move up to 30lbs
Physical ability to bend and move with agility
Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time
Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity

Nice To Haves

Experience in light manufacturing and/or the use of hand tools
Experience in craftsmanship
Appreciation for the outdoors

Responsibilities

Be an ambassador of the Brand and embody the Orvis culture and its core values
Perform tasks in the overall process to complete the manufacturing of an Orvis Fly Rod, including but not limited to:
Operating state of the art rod manufacturing equipment
Cutting, cleaning, and painting rod sections; Assembling and installing reel seats and cork handles
Affixing guides to rod blanks
Inspecting work and ensuring quality control
Work to specification and meet daily production goals
Complete additional assignments from Rod Shop management