Welcome to your next adventure!

The Orvis Company is expanding its team of Fly-Rod Manufacturing associates, and we encourage you to consider working at the Rod Shop in Manchester where you will craft world-renowned fly-fishing rods.

We firmly believe that the only way for Orvis to achieve its vision is to have a company culture that is supportive, and inspires the individuals who will get us there. Our associates take pride in our world-class service and products. We work in a team-oriented environment, focusing on performance, continuous improvement, and treating each other with integrity and mutual respect.  Even if you don’t fly-fish, we believe this is the place for you.

Not sure about fly-rod manufacturing?  We encourage you to see our production in process by attending a free daily tour.  Tours are conducted Monday-Friday at 10:30am.

Our Commitment to You:

• We support a healthy work/life balance with alternate shifts that allow flexibility.  There are no evening or night shifts and no mandatory weekends.  A 4/10 schedule is also an option.
• We offer a $500 sign-on bonus, payable after 90 days of employment.
• We have a comprehensive employee benefits package that includes paid holidays, three weeks paid-time-off, medical, vision and dental coverage, and merchandise discounts at Orvis and other outdoor retailers. 
• We reward productivity with quarterly incentive bonuses and annual pay increases.
• Our Careers Pathway provides opportunities for skill growth and financial advancement.
• We pride ourselves in maintaining a clean, safe, and friendly work environment for all of our associates.

Position Interface

This position reports directly to a Rod Shop Production Lead and interacts daily with other Rod Shop associates and the Management Team.

Responsibilities:

• Be an ambassador of the Brand and embody the Orvis culture and its core values
• Perform tasks in the overall process to complete the manufacturing of an Orvis Fly Rod, including but not limited to:

Operating state of the art rod manufacturing equipment

Cutting, cleaning, and painting rod sections;

Assembling and installing reel seats and cork handles

Affixing guides to rod blanks

Inspecting work and ensuring quality control

• Work to specification and meet daily production goals

• Complete additional assignments from Rod Shop management

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma
• Excellent attendance
• Ability to take direction and execute with exactness
• Physical ability to lift and move up to 30lbs
• Physical ability to bend and move with agility
• Physical ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in light manufacturing and/or the use of hand tools
• Experience in craftsmanship
• Appreciation for the outdoors

https://www.orvis.com/california-applicant-notice.html