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Job Description
Position:
Production Associate Location:
Wheat Ridge, CO (Between Arvada and Wheat Ridge)
Position Type:
Full-time (35-40 hours/week) Join Friction Labs as a Production Associate and help us create the best-performing athletic chalk in the world! At Friction Labs, we're dedicated to providing athletes with a dependable grip so they can perform at their best. Since 2013, we've grown from a humble $14 first sale to distributing our moisture-absorbing chalk to gyms and shops in 23 countries, including over 1,000 REI stores nationwide. Why Friction Labs? We are proud of our culture of accountability that allows us to have a laid-back environment and awesome team of individuals. If you are a reliable, team-oriented person who likes to pop in some earbuds, get into a rhythm, and leave work at work, we want you on our team. At Friction Labs, you'll: Prepare workstations and mix raw materials to create our signature chalk products following specific Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Keep the production line flowing smoothly by consistently restocking packaging, labels, and supplies at Kanban stations. Perform quality control checks, catching any product defects before they head out the door. Track your production time and yields accurately using our daily tracking forms and timeclock technology. Help maintain a clean, orderly, and safe workspace in the production and warehouse areas. What you bring to the team:
Experience & Expertise:
A High School Diploma or GED, and a genuine willingness to learn about manufacturing and production.
Physical Capability:
The ability to frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, climb ladders, crawl, and maneuver in small spaces.
Tech Savvy:
Basic computer skills, including a working knowledge of Google Docs to process print jobs.
Reliability:
A strong track record of showing up on time for your shifts. Whether you drive or take the bus, you have a dependable way to get to work. What it takes to be successful in this role: Success at Friction Labs is about balancing independence with being a great teammate. Here's what it takes to excel:
Team Awareness:
You look out for your coworkers and easily spot when someone needs a helping hand to balance the line.
Steady Independence:
You are comfortable working on repetitive tasks (usually in 2-hour blocks per station) without losing your speed or attention to detail.
Adaptability:
You don't mind getting moved around to different stations and you take direction and feedback easily.
Dust Tolerance:
You're okay with getting a little messy! We have a great dust collection system, but you are working with chalk all day—you will go home with chalk on your clothes.
Quality Focused:
You embody our mindset that "slow is steady and steady is fast." You prefer to take the time to get things right the first time. If you're excited about… Working in a laid-back, low-stress production environment Having the freedom to listen to your own tunes or podcasts while you work Being part of a supportive team that respects your time and life outside of work Building a career with clear advancement opportunities … we want to hear from you, so apply today.
We Offer:
Starting Pay:
$17.00 per hour for the initial 90-day training period.
Pay Increase:
Upon successful completion of your first 90 days, your rate increases to $18.50 per hour. Top Benefits & Perks As a member of the Friction Labs team, you'll enjoy:
Retirement:
401(k) with a 4%
Match Time Off:
Paid time off, plus the flexibility of 1-2 days of unpaid leave per month to use as you need for life's little surprises.
Health & Wellness:
Gym stipend and Life Insurance.
Extras:
A weekly team-provided lunch, employee discounts, and an RTD Ecopass (we are conveniently located near RTD!). Schedule Choose between five 8-hour shifts (8/5) or four 10-hour shifts (4/10) based on team availability. Overtime is rarely requested Location & Work Environment This role is 100% on-site at our Wheat Ridge facility. You will be on the move—walking, standing, sitting, and maneuvering. As mentioned, this is a dusty environment. To make sure the environment is a mutual fit, an in-person warehouse tour is a mandatory part of our interview process. We want you to see exactly where you'll be working!
Company Information Hiring Practices:
Friction Labs is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or any employment decision based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), marital status, ancestry, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or other applicable legally protected characteristic. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in our application procedures.
Disclaimer:
This posting is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee. The Company reserves the right to change or assign additional duties, responsibilities, and activities at any time, with or without notice, to meet the evolving needs of the business.
Pay:
$17.00 - $18.50 per hour
Benefits:
401(k) 3% Match Employee discount Flexible schedule Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Professional development assistance Application Question(s): Do you have at least six (6) months of experience performing production or packaging duties in a manufacturing environment? Are you able to frequently lift and move up to 50 pounds, and perform physical tasks such as climbing ladders, crawling, and maneuvering in small spaces, as required by the role's physical demands? Is the listed compensation range in alignment with your expectations? The job requires performing repetitive tasks while maintaining speed and attention to detail. How do you maintain focus and accuracy during long periods of repetitive production work?
