Production Operator

Job Description

Purple is a digitally-native vertical brand with a mission to help people feel and live better through innovative comfort solutions. To us, comfort means more than great products, it means empowering every employee to feel comfortable being themselves. We believe your career at Purple will be a one-of-a-kind "Career in Comfort" because our workforce is one-of-a-kind. We are committed to a culture of collaboration where every voice is heard and understood. As an innovation company at our core, we believe a diverse workforce brings better insights, solutions and products and serves as the backbone to bettering our company. Join with us as we add to our team of exceptional individuals who will help us take over the world one mattress at a time.

The compensation target range for this role is:

$19.25

Job Summary

Production Operators produce and assemble products in our manufacturing environment. Will operate and maintain machinery, ensure production standards are met, finalize products, and prepare them for shipping.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Handle equipment starting and stopping activities during each designated shift.
• Manage different stages of the production line by being actively involved in each procedure.
• Load and unload items from machines and dollies.
• Make sure that appropriate safety measures are taken into account at every step of the production process.
• Pull damaged or faulty items from the Max machine, as needed.
• Ensure that any equipment or tool malfunction is immediately reported.
• Record data at each step of the production cycle.
• Make sure that tools and equipment are cleaned and maintained properly at the end of each shift.
• Check finished product for problems or faults and isolate any damaged or inconsistent item immediately.
• Ensure proper labeling of finished items and ensure that they are packaged properly.
• Advocate safety practices to the rest of the production staff.

Required Skills, Education, Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working in a warehouse environment preferred.

Physical Requirements

Physical activities may occasionally include:

• Remaining in stationary position, often standing, or sitting for prolonged periods of time.
• Adjusting or moving objects up to 15 pounds in all directions.

Physical activities may constantly include:

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of work assigned.

Environmental Conditions may occasionally include:

• Noisy open office environment.

Work Hours (Good Faith Estimate): This full-time position is expected to work approximately 30-40 hours per week. This is a good faith estimate, and actual hours may vary based on business needs.

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401(k) Match
• Paid Time Off
• Earn a Mattress
• Purple Swag
• Amazing Purple Products

Why Work at Purple?

• Make your mark: We value innovative thinking. At Purple, you will be empowered to bring your ideas to life as we work together to improve people's lives through comfort.
• Gain unique experience: Be a part of one of the fastest growing companies in Utah! The contributions you make will matter at Purple as the company continues to grow with you.
• Awesome culture: Join the tight-knit team at Purple and you can enjoy working alongside industry experts, making close friends, and annual employee appreciation events.

Purple provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.