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The 2007 acquisition of Boston-based Brine Sporting Goods further established Warrior Sports as the dominant force in the lacrosse and hockey world.\nPosition Summary\nThe Hockey Skate Builder assembles, sews, fits, inspects, and finishes custom hockey skates to customer specifications and company quality standards. This role requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to producing high-quality products in a manufacturing environment.\nEssential Responsibilities\nAssembly & Production\nAssemble and install hockey skate components, including boots, holders, runners, tongues, eyelets, and related hardware according to specifications and customer requirements.\nPosition, align, adjust, and finish products to ensure proper fit, function, and performance.\nRead and interpret production orders, work instructions, and customer specifications.\nMeet production, quality, and efficiency goals while maintaining craftsmanship and attention to detail.\nRotate among workstations and assist with special projects, prototype builds, and new product development as assigned.\nSewing & Manufacturing Operations\nOperate industrial sewing and embroidery equipment to assemble and finish skate components.\nMeasure, cut, align, and position materials accurately.\nAdjust machine settings as needed based on materials and product requirements.\nPerform routine equipment checks and report maintenance concerns.\nQuality & Safety\nInspect materials, components, and finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards and customer expectations.\nIdentify and resolve assembly or quality issues and make adjustments as needed.\nMaintain required production and quality documentation.\nFollow all safety, quality, attendance, and workplace policies.\nCollaborate effectively with team members and support changing production needs.\nQualifications\nPrevious experience working with hand tools, sewing equipment, assembly processes, or custom-built products is preferred but not required.\nExperience with industrial sewing or embroidery equipment is a plus.\nAbility to safely use hand tools, power tools, and measuring equipment.\nMechanical aptitude and ability to learn new equipment and processes.\nStrong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and commitment to quality craftsmanship.\nAbility to work independently and as part of a team.\nPhysical Requirements\nAbility to stand and move throughout the workday.\nAbility to perform repetitive hand and arm movements.\nAbility to safely operate tools, sewing equipment, and production machinery.\nAbility to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.\nAbility to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining quality standards.\nAssociate Benefits: At Warrior, we know our success starts with our people. 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