Production Operator - Full time with benefits

Buttonsmith is a fast paced, community minded tech printer and manufacturer of merchandise for candidates, causes, community groups and businesses. We make things people want to show their values. Our custom printed products are created in the USA in our union shop. We are proud to be creating the future of American manufacturing and printing, right here in Redmond. We believe that treating employees with respect and dignity is good for business.

Do you like making things? Do you like working with your hands? We are looking for a production operator who is excited to grow our production team and be an integral part of manufacturing products everyday.  Do you want to work at a world-changing startup that values you as a human being and prioritizes saving the planet and making life better for everyone? Do you want to be in a company culture that actually lives out the idea that diversity in experience, life history, neurological wiring, and background make us a stronger, more capable team?

Jobs start at $22+/hour, benefits depending on hours, include full ORCA passes, health insurance, short and long term disability, free food, vision insurance, dental insurance, union membership, awesome coworkers, and the satisfaction of making cool things and helping to support out communities and change our country.

We are looking to hire a Production Operator to join our team. As a member of the Buttonsmith production team, your responsibilities may include:

• Operation of equipment such as a digital garment printing line, industrial sewing machines, heat-presses, printing presses, and die-cutters
• Hand assembly of fabricated metal and plastic parts
• Semi-automated assembly of pins, buttons and magnets
• Packaging and preparing finished products for shipping
• Using order management and related software

The right candidate will:

• Be motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
• Be team-oriented, with a strong work ethic and a “can-do” spirit
• Have a strong attention to detail and focus on product quality and safety
• Have a continuous improvement mindset
• Take direction well and listen to instructions
• Have strong communication and problem-solving skills

Requirements

You must be able to:

• Operate equipment, performing repetitive operations, often while standing, up to 8 hours per day
• Lift 55 pounds
• Maneuver in tight awkward spaces
• Work overtime as required to meet surges in customer demand

Requirements

• Prior experience in manufacturing operations is a plus; experience making or crafting things as a hobby is also a plus.
• You must be legally able to work in the United States
• You must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Life Insurance (Voluntary)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Holidays)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Development
• Free Food & Snacks
• Wellness Resources
• Stock Option Plan
• Orca Card