Sawbones is one of the largest employers on Vashon Island, WA. With over 200 employees working across two shifts, we are proud of our long history in the community. Our employee-owners are a diversified group, dedicated to providing our customers with top quality products and exceptional service.
Working at Sawbones
Employee Owned
At Pacific Research Laboratories, Inc. (Sawbones) Employee Owners share in the company’s profitability through its Employee Stock Ownership Program (ESOP). Employees enjoy a diverse, creative, and friendly environment where their contributions are recognized and they can genuinely enjoy the fruits of their labor.
Compensation / Benefits
We offer a comprehensive salary and benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plus paid time off (PTO) and sick leave. After one year of service, you are automatically enrolled in our ESOP, you are then also eligible to join our 401k plan that includes company matching.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The employment policy of Pacific Research Laboratories, Inc. (Sawbones) is to provide equal opportunity to all persons. Our company, therefore, has made a commitment to equal employment opportunity through a positive and continuing Affirmative Action Program. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual preference, otherwise qualified disabled or veteran status, or genetic information.
Current Openings
Production Apprentice - Injection Molding
Full Time, Four 10 Hour Days, Schedule TBD
(Wage Range: $21.00 - $23.23 per hour - DOE)
Summary
Makes artificial bones using molds in one or more of the following areas: Box press, bag press, composite, spine, menisci, cortical, and flex foam areas.
Essential Duties
One or more of these duties may be applicable depending on the particular area: Obtain daily production plan & verify proper molds; set up molds & presses; use injection machine &/or other methods such as pressure pot; pouring by cup, or vacuum assist to fill molds with material (may include use of blenders); cut plastic tubing to proper length; use proper mold release; trim parts as needed; apply skin type material to mold before injection; use correct component part or inserts in mold; mix fiberglass with resins; de-mold & inspect product for quality; repair/rework product if needed; use calculator & scale to ratio & weigh out material; stock supplies; clean & prep equipment as needed; count & document parts accurately; move product as needed for each operation with proper documentation; meet established productivity levels, quality standards, & deadlines; use computer to access & input information; cross train in all department areas; wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as required; follow appropriate safety precautions; maintain orderly & clean work station; participate in continuous improvement effort; assist others as directed by Supervisor; Assist Supervisor as directed; perform other duties as required.
Job Requirements
Ability to grasp, open, close, and move molds using hands and wrists; ability to lift, hold and move or carry product and bins (lift up to 30 lbs regularly and occasionally lift up to 50 lbs.); ability to stand for entire shift, excluding breaks and lunch; ability to recognize and match different colors of resins and materials; ability to use equipment such as hand grinder, scissors, knives, hammers, blenders, dispensing machines, air presses, production ovens; ability to use thermoset and thermoplastic resins and additives; ability to handle hot molds and product, up to 200 degrees (using proper PPE);ability to cross train and rotate to all molding areas; ability to climb 10’ ladder; ability to use scale; ability to use basic math skills and a calculator; ability to use respirator equipment; ability to use hands and fingers to handle, or feel objects, tools or controls; ability to push, pull, pry, bend, squat and reach; ability to attend to detail; ability to see close up, peripherally, and have depth perception; ability to meet and maintain productivity levels; ability to meet deadlines; ability to meet quality standards; ability to follow verbal, video and written procedures and instructions; ability to perform repetitive routine production procedure; ability to perform all job duties accurately; ability to maintain an organized, clean work area; ability to understand and use different types of basic computers and touch screens; ability to use Metric and English measurement systems with a ruler, tape measure or calipers.
How to apply
Candidates must complete an online application in order to be considered for this position (no phone calls please). First, you will create an account within our online application system. Then you can choose the position that you would like to apply for. AA/EEO.