Knifemaker/Craftsman
About The Position
Learn how to make a Buck Knife! No experience necessary we will show you how. Our purpose driven knives are made to last for generations. We train our Knifemakers to build, sand, edge, sharpen, buff, clean and package knives. The position involves fine manipulation and dexterity of hands and the use of hand tools, power tools and special equipment in order to carry out assembly operations per specifications. Buck Knives is recognized world-wide as an innovative market leader, committed to integrity, developing our people, products, and services to consistently surpass customers' expectations for uncompromising quality. Our products are designed to create pride of ownership and enhanced self-esteem for outdoor enthusiasts, do-it-yourselfers, those who use knives/tools in their work, light duty users, and collectors.
Requirements
- Lift up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to do highly repetitive physical work.
- Basic mathematical skills, including the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
- Ability to identify quality defects.
- Ability to work well with others.
- Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
- Attention to detail.
Nice To Haves
- Past Employment: 1 year (Preferred)
Responsibilities
- Reads job specification process sheets to determine the procedure required at assigned work station(s).
- Sets stops or guides to specified length as indicated by scale, rule, or template.
- Positions workpiece against stops or aligns parts in dedicated fixturing.
- Operates machinery.
- Observes machine operation to detect workpiece defects or machine malfunction.
- Measures workpiece dimensions to determine accuracy of machine operation.
- Performs minor machine maintenance such as oiling machines, dies, or workpieces.
- Responsible for keeping work area clean and safe.
- Ability to handle sharp knives and other items continuously throughout the shift.
- Comply with all standard safety practices, safety rules, and all Company rules and policies.
- Regular attendance is an essential function of this position.
Benefits
- Outdoor industry discounts up to 40% on major brands
- PTO after 90 days
- 7 paid holidays
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k with employer match
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
