Print Fabrication Specialist 1st & 2nd Shift

Description

Britten, Inc. is a veteran-owned (VOSB), creative production house dedicated to delivering innovative signage, displays, and event branding solutions that make our customers stand out in a crowd. For 35 years, we’ve leveraged our state-of-the art design, printing, fabrication, and manufacturing capabilities to propel high-impact campaigns and promotional ideas into the world. Always on time, on strategy, and on budget, we build the stuff that helps people, communities, and businesses flourish and prosper.

Located in Traverse City, Michigan, this creative production studio known as Britten seeks talented individuals to join our team. We’ve built a reputation for saying "yes" to projects others won't touch. Our people make that possible, individuals who put a premium on thoughtful service, care about the people next to them, and are willing to go the extra mile on projects they touch. Click here to learn more about Britten, Inc. www.britteninc.com

What We Seek...

We are looking for an individual has a passion for producing high quality and detailed work. The Fabrication Specialist will enjoy following well-defined procedures that result in high-quality world-class products for Britten’s customers. This person will thrive in a collaborative work environment while assisting with the efficient operations of the digital printing equipment.

We want people who align with and can live our core values: 

We Say Yes

We Hustle
We Think Bigger 

We Keep Promises 

We Build People Up

Job Summary and Job Functions

• Act as support staff to the Fabrication Manager
• Maintaining a clean and organized work area
• Operating cutting machinery
• Feeding/catching materials during press operation
• Complete multi-shipment kit pack projects
• Operating sewing machine
• Packaging
• Observing print quality to assure customer satisfaction
• Learning and operating forklifts in a safe manner
• Upholding all safety policies and procedures
• Align with and believe in the company core values: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, We Build People UP

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to be exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• Ability to keep up in a fast-paced environment, have the ability to multi-task and work independently, and reflect a positive attitude towards challenging job requirements
• Keen eye for quality of product
• Ability to work before/after typical hours as work may demand
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to use computers
• Ability to use machinery/mechanically inclined
• Quality assurance and quality control minded
• Aptitude and willingness to learn
• Manufacturing experience preferred, but not required
• Align with and believe in the company core values: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, We Build People UP

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time.
• Feeling. Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips.
• Visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned.
• Subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level.
• Talking. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly.
• Atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation.

Compensation and Benefits

A competitive hourly rate and/or salary is being offered and a full benefits package for all full-time positions. Benefits Package Highlights: 

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance coverage options
• 401K with employer match of contribution (Employer match equal to 50% of contributions to the plan, up to 6% of employee’s pay)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (Full time employees)
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance-company provided
• Reimbursement for safety glasses and/or work boots (if position requires and qualifies) Company provided safety, skill development and/or leadership training opportunities
   

Britten, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristics as protected by federal, state or local law. Britten, Inc. is a drug free employer.