Full Time Production Associate at Fyrn - Sparks, NV
Date: September 2024
Department: Production
Job Description: Production Associate
Status: Full-time, non-exempt
Hours: 40 hours Mon-Fri with option of 4/10’s, overtime available as needed
Compensation: $18 Starting wage, possibly more DOE. (90 Day Probationary DOE)
Reporting to: Head of Production
Location: Sparks, NV.
The Role:
Fyrn is hiring Production Associates to join our team in Sparks, NV.
The Production Associate will be trained in all aspects of the furniture building process. This can include cutting, drilling, and sanding of wood components, as well as upholstery selecting, cutting, wrapping, product finishing, assembly, and shipping. The Production Associate needs to have great hand-eye coordination, attention to detail, be able to handle daily moderate physical effort, and be okay with repetitive tasks. This position requires the ability to stand for up to 8 hours a day. All Production Associates are non-safety sensitive positions.
Responsibilities:
Maintain a safe and clean work environment.
Produce components for furniture
Wearing proper PPE
Selecting / sorting wood
Cutting, shaping, drilling, sanding and wood finishing
Upholstery selecting, cutting, wrapping
Assembly, packaging and shipping
Maintain efficiency standards with a constant focus on productivity improvements.
Address housekeeping issues at the moment.
Organized with exceptional attention to detail.
Cross trained in all aspects of furniture building, but will have a designated area of expertise based on skills.
Preferred Skills (but not necessary):
Makers and artisans of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Some woodworking experience.
You have a decent rudimentary understanding of woodworking tools (sanders, routers, drill presses, etc).
About Fyrn:
We combine classic principles of woodworking with modern fabrication techniques to create products that define the new shape of craft – beautiful, durable furniture designed to complement daily life and last for generations.
At Fyrn, we are grounded in a deep belief that how something is made matters, and a desire to create deeper connections between people and the objects that shape their lives and spaces.
For more information about the company, visit www.fyrn.com.
Benefits:
Health coverage for full-time employment
Paid sick leave
Flexible time-off and schedule
Growth in responsibility and wage as the company grows and your responsibilities increase
You’ll succeed at Fyrn if:
You are willing to learn new things and like working with your hands.
You are okay with working hard and repetitive tasks.
You can proactively improve your own processes, and self-serve when appropriate.
You are able to work on your own as well as work together with others and contribute to a team environment.
How to apply:
If you’ve found this position interests you, please email us at [email protected].
Subject line: Production AssociateYour name
If possible, please provide your resume as available, and any other relevant information to help us understand your skills, communication style, previous experience, and values.
Fyrn is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable environment for all employees. If you’re kind, smart, and good at what you do, come as you are.