Production Worker

We have an exciting opportunity for a Production Worker in our Fairbanks Manufacturing facility. This position performs a variety of tasks associated with the production and manufacture of various types of products; such as assisting in production of liners and berms using dielectric and stationary welders; installing of liners at off-site work areas and completing general clean up and safety tasks.

With Alaska Gear Company, our laborers can expect to undertake the following duties. Major Responsibilities

• Produce liners using a Hot Wedge welder on a daily basis.
• Produce berms using a stationary dielectric welder on a regular basis.
• Use a hand leister, ban saw, and wedger for various tasks.
• Follow patterns and cut material for the production of berms.
• Work off site to do layout liners and field seams depending on demand.
• Use the grommet machine to punch brass rings in tents.
• Assist the sewing crew with tent set ups for Arctic Ovens
• Package goods for shipment or storage
• Perform general clean up tasks, including cleaning bathrooms, taking out trash, cleaning the outdoor area around the building, sweeping work areas, maintain, clean machinery and equipment and basic housekeeping.
• Work unsupervised on a regular basis.
• Perform some customer service tasks when working on location or when obtaining specifications from a customer about a project.
• May be necessary to work different shift, including swing shift, night shift, and weekend shifts.
• Help other departments as needed/assigned by the foreman or supervisor.
• All other duties as assigned by the foreman or supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Must be able to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos and be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed instructions.
• Basic math skills, such as the ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measurement, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, are required.
• Ability to read a tape measure and some understanding of geometry preferred.
• Must be adaptable and flexible; have a track record as a team player; detail-oriented, capable of working independently and effectively; self-motivated; and able to meet deadlines.

Benefits

Full Time employees are offered a competitive compensation package along with several benefits:

• Hourly compensation starting at $20.00
• Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (following 90 days of employment)
• Holiday pay - 401(k)
• Great Employee Discounts
• Free Employee Product Rentals
• Casual Work Environment Our Production Workers are a critical part of what we do here at Alaska Gear Company. If you feel you have the skills and qualifications necessary to become a valuable asset to our team, please submit an application online for consideration! Important Information: All applications MUST be submitted online, and only complete applications will be considered! Hard copy, emailed, or telephonic applications will not be accepted. Check out our website, YouTube, and social media to see all we have going on! EEO STATEMENT Alaska Gear Company is an equal opportunity employer and complies with Title I of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Individuals with disabilities who require accommodation, please email hr@alaskagearcompany.com.