Archery Bowstring Builder

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Base pay range: $20.00/hr - $30.00/hr

A growing archery bowstring facility in Cowansville is seeking 2 bowstring craftsmen to operate and maintain machines that layup, stretch, wrap, twist, measure and serve bowstrings. The ideal candidate will be able to read and understand work orders, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals, and will be able to calculate fundamental mathematical problems including fractions and decimals. The job is fast-paced with the highest quality standards.

Previous archery experience is helpful but not required.

• Determine machine setup procedures.
• Locate defects on raw and finished products.
• Check for conformance to specifications.
• Install, connect, test, and adjust equipment.
• Clean tools, machines, and the work area.
• Resolve issues related to day-to-day operations and maintenance.
• Meet daily and weekly production goals.
• Develop respect and a working relationship with co-workers.
• Track daily production and weekly inventory.
• Demonstrate the ability to be creative and solve unique problems.

• High School Graduate (or equivalent).
• Mechanical skills and aptitude are required.
• Ability to operate mid-sized shop machinery.
• Ability to read a ruler down to 1/64 inch.
• Strong aptitude in problem-solving and process improvement.
• Ability to articulate problems and solutions verbally.
• Demonstrate a sense of urgency and personal initiative related to problem-resolution duties with follow-through and professionalism.
• Must pass pre-employment math, drug, and background checks.
• Self-motivated and capable of managing stressful situations.

Openings include full-time day and evening shifts along with part-time evenings and weekends. Starting base salary is $20/hr plus production bonus up to $30/hr raises of $1 at 3 and 6 months. Overtime opportunities available. Benefits after a 90-day probation period, including HSA, retirement with company match, health and vision insurance, and paid vacation. Four 9-hour days per week with a half day on Friday.

Several openings anticipated over the next few months. Highlight any archery experience in a cover letter.

3-time world and 5-time national champion Brad Patsy founded 60X Custom Strings to provide the best possible products at the best possible price for target archers and bow hunters. With over 90 world titles and over 800 national championships since 2001, 60X Custom Strings is known for quality and performance. The company serves OEM bow companies, distributors, dealers/retailers, and retail customers worldwide with a state-of-the-art production facility and proprietary equipment and processes.

• Entry level

• Full-time

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