Lasermark Tech - Weekend Shift

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Our Core Values

ELEVATE EVERYTHING – We each bring a specific set of skills to the table, offering up our expertise and resources to enhance the work of others. We challenge each other to be the best in order to achieve enduring value in the eyes of our customers.

BETTER IS BETTER – There is no finish line; we strive for continuous improvement in everything we do. We obsess over every detail to find ways to improve both our products and our process.

UNAPOLOGETICALLY ACCOUNTABLE – We’re open and honest in how we speak and listen. We celebrate each other’s successes, and collectively rally to solve every challenge. We own it!

COURAGEOUS INNOVATION – There are elegant ideas awaiting discovery in everything we do. We push everyone around us to pursue those ideas openly so we can continue to dominate the category.

COMMUNITY DRIVEN - As a family business, we understand the importance of enriching the communities we call home. As a company, and as individuals, we work to make our expertise available to do the most good for those around us.

This position follows a weekend schedule consisting of three 12-hour shifts (3/12s), working Friday through Sunday from 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

Why join Team Benchmade?
-$1/hour shift premium
-Profit-sharing bonus opportunities
-10 paid holidays + 3 weeks of paid time off
-401(k) with company match
-Tuition assistance and career development opportunities
-Medical, dental, and vision benefits
-Lifestyle benefits, industry discounts, and so much more!

Beyond the benefits, you'll be joining a team that's passionate about craftsmanship, innovation, and making some of the best knives in the world, right here in the USA.

Whether you're looking for a new opportunity, a career change, or a chance to grow your skills in manufacturing, this could be your opportunity to build something great with us.

Job Summary

Laser Mark Technician I: Responsible for general custom Laser Mark functions on all finished goods; including, but not limited to, operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting laser marking equipment, fulfilling orders, and image reworking. This position also troubleshoots, analyzes and helps customer service resolve customer problems in a timely, efficient and professional manner.

Laser Mark Technician II: Demonstrates proficiency as a Tech I and will process and engrave personalized warranty orders and work closely with the engineering team on process or technological developments.

Essential Job Functions/Duties

• Managing and completing laser mark orders to meet daily and weekly demand
• Become proficient in Material Handler I (Shipping) competencies
• Qualify artwork that is submitted by customers and make necessary modification to work within the laser’s capabilities
• Create customer proofs using Adobe Photoshop, and Adobe Illustrator
• Clean, maintain and adjust laser hardware
• Pulls, packs, and prepares all finished goods for shipment to customers using knowledge of UPS, Fed-X, DHL or USPS , while paying high attention to count accuracy, weight and size restrictions
• Maintains inventory by identifying, labeling, and placing materials and supplies in stock; recording location of inventory.
• Inspect products for defects and damages
• Contributes ideas on ways to improve or optimize warehousing procedures
• Executes housekeeping duties.
• Provides excellent service to internal stakeholders
• Perform department general assignments as requested

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or GED equivalent, and 1-2 years of laser marking experience is required. Equivalency to the qualification standard will also be considered.
• Ability to productively communicate with internal customers
• Intermediate knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator, Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel
• Must have flexible attitude, be detail-oriented, able to take detailed notes and follow through on commitments
• Good interpersonal skills
• Positive working attitude
• Mechanical aptitude a plus
• Must demonstrate good attendance and punctuality

Working Conditions

• Able to routinely lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work safely with sharpened knives by following proper procedures and PPE Requirements
• Able to work in a manufacturing environment (exposure to dust, noise, oils and coolants, abrasives, heat, cold, adhesives, as well as automated and manual machinery).
• Closed shoes required at all times for all positions in manufacturing.
• Ability to stand on feet up to 100% of the day