New Balance · 3 hours ago
Machine Operator
Methuen, MA Manufacturing
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$18.15/hr - $27.20/hr
0+ years expNew Balance is a company that has empowered people through sport and craftsmanship since 1906. They are seeking a Machine Operator - Assembly to perform complex tasks in shoe manufacturing, utilizing various tools and machinery while ensuring quality and safety standards are met.
ApparelConsumer GoodsE-CommerceShoesSporting Goods
Responsibilities
Perform work according to established procedures and processes – execute tasks to the materials and parts of the shoe utilizing various tools and machinery
Operate machinery to spray hot-melt adhesive onto sole, buff off overspray, last the shoe upper using an auto laster, connect the sole to the laster upper, inspect and make quality decisions, repair and pack into box all while ensuring quality standards are met
Make suggestions to improve the process and display motivation and initiative to improve skills and job knowledge
Support NB quality expectations/standards and take ownership for meeting them. Ensure work quality before passing onto customers
Follow NB policies and demonstrate responsibility for attendance, safety requirements, PPE and reporting of accidents and near misses
Maintain a high level of quality per our internal & external customer requirements
Ability to work on complex jobs in a fast paced, quality focused environment where we build 600 pair of shoes in an 8-hour shift
Ability to learn and adhere to start up and shutdown procedures (TPM) and making simple machine/mechanical adjustments to their workstation
Willingness to support a changing environment, flexibility to cross train and rotate to various jobs/factories and duties towards achieving departmental and business goals
The ability to read, understand and comprehend written or oral instruction, and the ability to communicate effectively with others. Must be a team player!
Requires hand and eye coordination along with depth perception (layered materials), good peripheral vision, ability to see incoming /outgoing work stations and precision work – clear vision as close as 11 inches for tasks
Use of personal protective equipment is required
Good manual dexterity skills (eye, hand and feet coordination)
Must be able to perform repetitive upper extremity motions and repetitive forceful grip/pinch requiring both hands, frequent reaching, good range of motion of fingers, hands, wrists and elbows
Ability to stand and balance throughout an 8-hour shift; moving from role to role or sedentary standing
Standard 40-hour workweek applies; willing to adjust work schedule to meet a reasonable amount of overtime based on business need
Ability to lift light to moderate amounts of weight
Performs a variety of operations for the shoe manufacturing process, utilizing a multitude of tools and machinery in a close capacity with other manufacturing associates in a team setting
Takes direction and feedback from team leaders and supervisors
Expected to be flexible in cross-training and rotations of various jobs and duties to achieve departmental and business goals
Makes suggestions to improve the production process, display motivation and initiative to improve job skills and knowledge
Focused on upholding safety, quality, and productivity standards while meeting customer demands. Wears the proper PPE and reports all accidents and near misses at the work site
Qualification
Required
High school diploma/GED or equivalent
0-2 years of experience
Ability to work on complex jobs in a fast paced, quality focused environment where we build 600 pair of shoes in an 8-hour shift
Ability to learn and adhere to start up and shutdown procedures (TPM) and making simple machine/mechanical adjustments to their workstation
Willingness to support a changing environment, flexibility to cross train and rotate to various jobs/factories and duties towards achieving departmental and business goals
The ability to read, understand and comprehend written or oral instruction, and the ability to communicate effectively with others. Must be a team player!
Requires hand and eye coordination along with depth perception (layered materials), good peripheral vision, ability to see incoming /outgoing work stations and precision work – clear vision as close as 11 inches for tasks
Use of personal protective equipment is required
Good manual dexterity skills (eye, hand and feet coordination)
Must be able to perform repetitive upper extremity motions and repetitive forceful grip/pinch requiring both hands, frequent reaching, good range of motion of fingers, hands, wrists and elbows
Ability to stand and balance throughout an 8-hour shift; moving from role to role or sedentary standing
Standard 40-hour workweek applies; willing to adjust work schedule to meet a reasonable amount of overtime based on business need
Ability to lift light to moderate amounts of weight
Performs a variety of operations for the shoe manufacturing process, utilizing a multitude of tools and machinery in a close capacity with other manufacturing associates in a team setting
Takes direction and feedback from team leaders and supervisors
Expected to be flexible in cross-training and rotations of various jobs and duties to achieve departmental and business goals
Makes suggestions to improve the production process, display motivation and initiative to improve job skills and knowledge
Focused on upholding safety, quality, and productivity standards while meeting customer demands. Wears the proper PPE and reports all accidents and near misses at the work site
Benefits
Robust benefit offering to fit various lifestyles and life stages.
40% Employee discount on New Balance (In-store and online).
Lifestyle Benefit program - reimbursement for eligible wellness and lifestyle activities.
Pay-for-Performance performance management program and company bonus payout eligibility
401k Retirement: 100% match up to 5% of contributions and 100% vested.
Tuition Reimbursement
Discounts on: Cellular phones, Travel, Entertainment, Consumer Goods and much more!
Comprehensive traditional benefits package including three options for medical insurance as well as dental, vision, life insurance and 401K.
Opportunities like online learning and development courses, tuition reimbursement, $100 monthly student loan support and various mentorship programs.
Yearly $1,000 lifestyle reimbursement, 4 weeks of vacations, 12 holidays and generous parental leave
Company
New Balance
New Balance is a sports footwear and apparel brand that sells sneakers, shoes, and fitness clothing online and in retail stores.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.08MKey Investors
Massachusetts Life Sciences Center
2020-10-15Grant· $0.08M
Leadership Team
Joe Preston
President & Chief Executive Officer
John Withee
CFO
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