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Thank you for your interest in working at Minimal Gear. We love to meet new people! We are a gear junkie, hiker trash group of backpackers, and our tiny company is in its eighth year of making great backpacking gear. We look for ways that defy industry standards, tighten supply chain gaps, and bring the most innovative yet simple solutions to outdoor adventurers. We are down-to-earth gear geeks, so if you resonate with this mindset, we would love to hear from you!We do not discriminate on the basis of color, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, religion, non-disqualifying physical or mental disability, national origin, veteran status or any other basis covered by appropriate law. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. To apply, please email jobs@minimalgear.com with the name of the position you are applying for in the header. Please include your CV and a cover letter in the email, as well as any other items specified in listing.
Minimal Gear Production Specialist
Portland, Oregon
Minimal Gear is on the hunt for a reliable and resourceful Production Specialist to join our Operations Team. This person will be responsible for a variety of production processesincluding trekking pole fabrication, water bottle assembly, custom design printing, along with supporting our warehouse operations including shipping & receiving and order fulfillment. Thisis a great hands-on opportunity for an outdoor adventurer to build quality hand-made products and develop with a growing brand in the outdoor industry.Specialist Responsibilities:
● Production: Manufacture in-house-made products and components utilizing manual and
machine processes, while assisting in production planning.
● Custom Design: Operate the print shop, coordinate custom design print jobs, and
ensure proper artwork proofing.
● Equipment Management: Maintain and follow SOPs and PMs for our production
machinery.
● Quality Control: Inspect products for defects or damages during production, before
shipment, and throughout warranty processes.
General Responsibilities:
● Shipping & Receiving: Coordinate shipments & interface with carriers during ourscheduled pickup and delivery hours.
shipping accuracy over 99%.
proper labeling of products. Forklift use is required for material handling.
● Warehouse Maintenance: Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment,
ensuring that warehouse shelves, workstations, and aisles are well-kept.
● Continuous Improvement: Question and analyze production processes and workflows
with an eye for optimization.
● Team Collaboration: Work collaboratively with other team members to meet goals and
ensure operational efficiency.
● Additional Duties: As part of a small team, expect to take part in many aspects of the
business, from photography to events to trail maintenance.
Requirements:
● High school diploma or equivalent.
● Previous warehouse or manufacturing experience is preferred.
● Adobe Illustrator experience is preferred.
● Shipstation or an equivalent shipping platform experience is preferred.
● Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
● Ability to problem solve and work independently with minimal supervision.
● Flexibility to take on different tasks and adapt to changing priorities of a team.
● Ability to operate a forklift and other heavy machinery.
● Frequent standing, bending, reaching, and lifting heavy items (up to 50 lbs).
● Experience with backpacking or similar is preferred.
Schedule:
Onsite Monday-Friday, core hours are 9a-4p. Hours outside this window are up to employee’s discretion depending on workload and personal life.
Compensation:● $50,000 annual salary
● Annual profit sharing and
performance-based raises
● Flexible PTO
● Company healthcare & HSA
● Gear stipends
● Industry discounts
To Apply:
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter to jobs@minimalgear.com with the subject line “Production Specialist Application”.
