Production Associate

Fire-Dex, Inc.•Old Fort, NC

just now•$17•Onsite

About The Position

Looking for hands-on work with purpose? Join our production team and help sew lifesaving firefighter gear! You could have very purposeful work being a Production Associate at Fire-Dex! We’re seeking self-motivated associates to train to work in a team setting and maintain quality and speed while performing stand-up sewing operations making safe and effective PPE for the first responders we serve. We’re looking for driven, detail-oriented individuals to join our team in producing high-quality protective gear for first responders. As a key member of our production team, you will be trained to operate industrial sewing machines while standing, working collaboratively to ensure both speed and precision. Your role will involve stitching together components of fire protection with care and accuracy, helping us deliver safe, effective gear to those who protect our communities. You do not need to know how to sew to join our production team. If you are hard working with a positive attitude, have good hand and eye coordination, the ability to multi-task, and are detail oriented, we can train you to operate our industrial sewing equipment and produce PPE!

Requirements

High school diploma, GED or equivalent
Willing to learn how to use industrial sewing machines
Ability to stand for the duration of the shift on cushy and comfortable floor mats
Basic math and measurement skills
Ability to work positively in teams as well as possess self-accountability and have solutions focused mindset
Open and effective communicator with all co-workers and leadership
Collaborates effectively with team members to meet production goals
Possess a high attention to detail and accuracy in a fast-paced environment
Self-motivated with desire to work hard to meet goals
Ability to work carefully and follow safety standards
Possess a strong sense of urgency, follow-through and diligence, including meeting deadlines
Demonstrate adaptability to learn new skills and follow company procedures
Dependability with good attendance

Responsibilities

Produce firefighter gear
Operate industrial sewing machines while standing
Stitching together components of fire protection with care and accuracy
Maintain quality and speed while performing stand-up sewing operations
Work in a team setting

Benefits

Pay range: $17 per hour, plus production incentives
Hiring & Retention Bonus
Incentive pay in addition to base pay rate – monetary and extra time off
Fully Paid Training
Career advancement opportunities
Competitive benefits
Climate controlled facility with air conditioning and heating
Work in a vibrant culture with great benefits, bonuses, monetary and extra time off incentives, & perks
Have a set and consistent full-time schedule
Have fulfillment about the purposeful work you do within an impactful industry
Work in a modern and temperature-controlled facility operating safe industrial sewing equipment within a fun team-focused environment
Attendance incentives – pay and extra PTO (paid time off)
Weekly performance and production incentives (once trained)
Profit sharing bonuses
Weekly direct deposit pay
Steady full-time hours and a set and consistent schedule to assist with a work-life balance (plus see below about paid time off)
Comprehensive training
Health, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family after 60 days
PTO (Paid time off) starting after 90 days
Paid parental leave
401(k) with employer matching
Life insurance and short-term disability insurance
Generous referral program, another way to earn extra monetary incentives
EAP (employee assistance program) for entire household
Local entertainment, event and shopping discounts
Celebrations (usually involving free food), contests, theme days and parties!
Gift for your birthday!
Once trained, listen to your own personal devices while working... music, books, podcasts