Job Description
Job Description
Do you want to work for a company where your co-workers are co-owners? We are 100% employee owned! At The Bernard Group, we work to wow. As a visual merchandising company leading the retail industry in design and production, we come together as a team to win big for some of the most successful brands in the world. Since we’re an employee-owned company, we don’t just list our values, we live them, providing the highest-quality products and services day in and day out. And we do it all with sustainable materials carefully sourced from eco-friendly partners that support social change and community involvement.
The finishing area produces WIP and Finished goods from printed and raw materials. Work involved includes the ability to complete a variety of sewing/stitching, hand-finishing, graphic assembly and processes safely, with a sense of urgency and attention to detail. Operations include sewing, grommeting, stretched canvas installation, display assembly, packaging and fulfillment and many other product applications. Vinyl Cutting, Thermal Bending and Machine/Hand application are also areas that may be included in the operators work on finishing processes. Work may be included in one or all the areas mentioned above.
Shift available: 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM Sunday through Tuesday (Three 12-hour shifts with a rotating schedule every 4 months.)
A variety of these traits will help land you this job. If you have:
- High school diploma or GED required
- Industrial sewing machine experience preferred.
- 1 year production experience required
On top of that you must:
- effectively communicate both verbally and in writing. Have strong interpersonal skills including demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization.
- be technically savvy, proficient in or ready to learn Gmail, Google Docs, Excel, TBG Systems, and various software and hardware.
- have the ability to lift, push, pull, twist and bend, kneel and reach throughout the workday.
- be able to use foot or knee controls of industrial sewing machines
- be able to lift 20lbs.
In this position you’ll:
- operate various types of manual, semi-auto or automatic machines.
- preform daily basic maintenance of the tooling and machines.
- track time, materials and productivity through internal computer programs.
- maintain a clean and organized work area.
- inspect the product before and after processing and reject the defective parts according to quality requirements.
- meet daily production goals.
- be in charge of installation and packaging of products according to department standards.
- participate in the resolution of problems by improving processes and bringing ideas to the table.
- follow all safety protocols.
- perform other duties as assigned by management.
To get hired at The Bernard Group, you MUST be:
- able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills including, demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization
- willing to admit when you make a mistake (it happens to the best of us)
- fiercely loyal to both our customers and teams
- trustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along with
- enthusiastic and eager to take on new challenges
- adaptable and willing to wear whatever hat gets the job done
TBG Overview:
- We are a 900-person visual merchandising company
- We are 100% employee-owned
- We offer a generous paid time off benefit that increases with tenure
- This is a full-time position in Chanhassen, MN
Compensation Range: $38-844- $45,022 annually
*Range reflects our good-faith assessment of our hiring range for this role based on market conditions, experience level, and internal equity considerations.
Benefits Overview:
The Bernard Group offers a competitive variety of benefits designed just for you:
- Healthcare, dental, life insurance, disability
- Paid parental leave
- Retirement Savings programs:
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan-100% Employee-Owned
- 401k with a company match
- Career Development Opportunities
- Flexible Work Hours
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Referral Program
- Safe & Clean Manufacturing Environment
What, still want more? We have it.
- A culture of freedom, trust and a passion for excellence!
- Collaboration and teamwork
- Talented, empowered and engaged co-workers by your side
- We have fun!
The Art of Teams at TBG:
We came to understand how small teams of top talent with the right chemistry will consistently outperform a centralized production process. We put a great amount of energy into building individual teams in order to handle the speed and details of retail. It’s the difference between average and being a world class service provider.
If you have the talent to do this job, a passion for excellence and are interested in joining the TBG/Smartpress team, please complete the form on this page.
Thanks!
The Bernard Group