The posting
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 diversity 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.
Compensation
The compensation target for this role is: $17.00 - $20.00
Job Summary
As at technician on the Innovations team, you help bring Purple’s newest product ideas to life in a hands-on, behind-the-scenes role. The projects that the Innovations team is working makes this an exciting time to join. It’s a fast-paced environment where every day brings a different project, and a hard-working, can-do attitude makes all the difference. The work directly supports the development of the innovative products that bring better comfort to Purple customers.
Job Description
How you’ll shape the future of comfort
- Run and monitor injection molding machines, including removing parts and operating basic controls.
- Build and assemble new product prototypes using glue, foam, and tools such as spray adhesive, scissors, foam saws, and electric cutters.
- Measure parts and check product quality against standards, and take notes on product builds, tests, and ways to improve.
- Help document and prepare new concepts for patent review.
- Set up product displays and prepare rooms for internal meetings, customer presentations, demos, and team walkthroughs.
- Track warehouse materials and supplies, restock as needed, and keep work areas and the warehouse clean and organized.
- Pack and prepare items for shipping, load and unload trucks, and operate forklifts safely around heavy equipment.
- Follow all safety rules and take part in ongoing safety training.
What we’re looking for
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Commitment to working hard every day, no matter the project or assignment.
- Willingness to learn and a positive attitude.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to regularly lift and move materials or products up to 50 lbs.
- Ability to stand for up to 10 hours.
Even Better if...
- Forklift experience or certification.
- Experience operating injection molding machines or other manufacturing equipment.
- Experience using hand and power tools for building or assembly.
Physical Requirements:
Physical activities may occasionally include:
- Operating forklifts and working around heavy equipment and machinery.
- Loading and unloading trucks.
Physical activities may constantly include:
- Standing for prolonged periods of time, up to 10 hours.
- Lifting and moving materials or products up to 50 pounds.
- 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:
- Warehouse and production environment with noise from machinery and heavy equipment
- Exposure to spray adhesives, foam, and cutting tools
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.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
