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Job Title: Manufacturing Associate

Department: Production

Supervisor: CEO

Location: Warren, Rhode Island

Salary: $14/hour

Job Type: Part-time, hourly pay. Est. 15 hours a week

About Ward’s Manufacturing

Kiffin and Kelly Ward are sibling co-founders of Ward’s Manufacturing, which provides metal fabrication services, specializing in laser cutting and bending metal, based in Warren, Rhode Island. We take on specialty orders with thick cuts, tight tolerances, and unique metals, all manufactured in the U.S.

About the Role

We are looking for a Manufacturing Associate to join our team and help us meet our production goals. The Manufacturing Associate’s main responsibility will be assisting the CEO and future manufacturing technicians with manufacturing tasks such as material handling, part deburring and cleaning, and packaging. They will be instructed on how to perform equipment maintenance, particularly on the fiber laser and press brake. Other responsibilities include general shop tasks such as cleaning, organizing metal materials, and receiving deliveries.

This will be our first hire, so we are looking for someone with a strong work ethic willing to step up and help with various tasks to help run and grow our small business.

There is an opportunity for career advancement as a manufacturing technician and machine operator.

Responsibilities

• Perform production activities including receiving deliveries, material handling sheet metal, deburring and cleaning metal parts, and packaging and shipping customer orders.
• Perform material handling functions, including moving sheet metal and loading it into the fiber laser.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment and machinery.
• Operate a forklift to move raw materials, finished goods, and other items.
• Communicate effectively with other team members to meet production goals.
• Complete and maintain all required documentation.
• Complete all required training programs.
• Follow safety protocols and maintain a clean work area.
• Perform all other duties and tasks as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately.
• Ability to stand or do repetitive movements for extended periods of time and to lift up to 50 pounds.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• An independent worker who can be given tasks to complete without constant supervision after initial training.

Preferred Qualifications

• We would like someone who wants to learn the ins and outs of the company and grow with it.
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or production environment is preferred but not required.

Benefits

• Opportunities for performance-based raises and bonuses.
• Opportunities for advancement and career advancement.
• On the job technical training with the latest metal fabrication technology - a 3kw fiber laser and 10ft. 190 ton press brake.
• Work with two founders who can mentor you on the ins and outs of running a small business.
• Help make a variety of metal parts that our community and country needs.

Diversity

We welcome all backgrounds and we encourage you to apply if this is a role that interests and excites you. At Ward’s Manufacturing, we’re committed to doing our best to cultivate an inclusive environment. We want you to feel comfortable bringing your whole self to work with you. All applicants will be considered without regard to sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, medical condition, Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Ward’s Manufacturing is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $14.00 per hour

Ability to Commute:

• Warren, RI 02885 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Warren, RI 02885: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person