Western Filament

10/20/2022

We are !

We have a few different positions open that we are looking to fill with positive, hardworking individuals. We offer competitive pay, monthly incentive pay, employer-paid medical insurance, and paid time off! Click the link below to join our team!

See current career opportunities that are available at Western Filament

10/12/2022

🎃 Western Filament is Halloween ready! 🎃

One of our lovely employees donated a ton of decorations to get the facility in the spooky spirit! 👻

We have events planned later this month, including prizes and gift giveaways courtesy of our

If you are looking to work in a fun and engaging environment, Western Filament might be for you! We are production operators and mechanics right now! Join us, just in time for the holidays to contribute to the fun! You can apply directly on our website: www.wfilament.com/careers

07/21/2022

🌟HUGE🌟 SHOUTOUT 🗣 to Sugar & Ice, Co. For coming out today for our employee appreciation event! With the extreme heat we have been having in the valley, our employees deserved a cold treat for their hard work!

07/05/2022

Celebrating our amazing employees with a BBQ this afternoon! Luckily we beat the rain and had a lovely lunch on the patio

11/15/2021

Western Filament is looking to fill several Operator positions on our Production Team. Do you like to work with your hands? Are you a forward-thinking problem solver? Are you interested in career growth? Western Filament could be the career you have been looking for!

What we do:

Western Filament, Inc is an influential manufacturing company in Grand Junction, Colorado. Our focus is to produce high-quality products using synthetic fibers which are targeted for the Motor Manufacturing, Automotive, Aerospace, Medical, and Recreational markets. Nearly 95% of the appliances in operation today use our products and our aerospace products fly around the world and are exploring space. We are also a leading manufacturer of high-performance braided fishing lines.

What makes us special:

We operate 3 different shifts:

1st Shift: Monday-Thursday 6:00 am - 4:30 pm (4 10-hour shifts)
2nd Shift: Monday-Thursday 4:00 pm - 2:30 am (4 10-hour shifts)
3rd Shift: Friday-Sunday 6:00 am-6:30 pm (3 12-hour shifts)
You know what that means…. 3 AND 4 DAY WEEKENDS! The perfect work/life balance!

We also offer a competitive benefits package including:

Heath
Vision
Dental
Life
401K
We value all our employees, so we also offer several special programs to show our appreciation for all their hard work.

The details:

Most positions in the plant involve working with machinery to produce both recreational and industrial products. If you like to work with your hands, thrive on efficiency, and are eager to learn - this is the job for you! Western Filament has a variety of positions within the plant and we are continuously looking for the opportunity to cross-train our employees and find ways to encourage their professional growth. This is a job you can take pride in as you will be producing products that fly around the world and into space.

Minimum Job Requirements

Be able to stand on concrete floors for up to 3.5 hrs between breaks
Be able to lift 40 pounds regularly
Be able to handle repetitive motion
Be able to work around loud equipment
Must adhere to company attendance and safety policies
Be willing to wear a hair net or hat
Must wear hearing protection in various areas of the plant
No loose clothing
Be willing to get dirty
Work around various safe limit odors (solvents, coatings, lubricants, etc.)
May be subjected to a background check after a contingent job offer is made.
Must be 18 years old
Must have a valid driver’s license or ID card and be authorized to work in the US
Western Filament, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Western Filament, Inc. does not discriminate in employment, and no questions on this application are used for the purpose of limiting or excusing any applicant’s consideration for employment on a basis prohibited by local, state, or federal law.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: Base pay starts at $12.35/hour. We do offer a shift differential for nights and weekends, as well as incentive pay and perfect attendance bonuses!

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $12.35 - $13.59 per hour

COVID-19 considerations:
In response to COVID-19 we are cleaning and sanitizing the building throughout the day to keep our employees safe.

10/28/2021

Today and Tomorrow is our company Halloween Costume Contest! Prizes for the Most Creative and the Best Overall costumes will be given out! What are you dressing up as this Halloween? 🎃

10/14/2021

Did you know that October is ?

We celebrated today with an employee appreciation lunch catered by QDOBA! This last year and a half has provided some unique challenges and opportunities for all of us. We have been lucky enough to expand the Western Filament family and with them have experience a successful 2021!
We enjoyed some laughs and recognized our hard working employees, some of which were celebrating 30 years with us!!
We wouldn't have made it through the last year and a half without these wonderful people and look forward to many more years making memories!

10/13/2021

Inside Sales – Grand Junction, CO

Who We Are:

We are a growing, industry-leading manufacturer of products used in fishing, home interiors, automotive, aerospace, and much more. Our products can be found on Gold Medal trout streams, in cutting-edge electric vehicles, flying around the world, and in space. Based in Grand Junction, Colorado, our location offers an affordable option to the big city that features an endless bounty to those that love the outdoors and an active lifestyle.

The Opportunity:

Join the Western Filament Sales Department handling all aspects of sales-related tasks ranging from; data entry, answering phones, marketing, account management, data analytics, and much more. Learn the ins and outs of a manufacturing process and help drive growth for the business. Work closely with the production and scheduling department ensuring on-time delivery/monitoring demands vs capacity. Foster relationships with customers in a variety of exciting industries. Add warmth and encouragement to the company culture.

Are You the One?

If you are a person who:

Is driven by a strong work ethic
Looks forward to how can we better serve the customer
Possesses the ability to positively adapt to change in a highly dynamic work environment
Has experience working directly with customers in a sales environment
Is passionate about our products and the industries we sell to
Can analyze data and is proficient with Microsoft Excel
Thrives on a challenge to further develop your personal and professional skills
Has a “Can Do” upbeat attitude and will take on any task given to them
Position Details:

Provide verbal and written quotations to customers/follow up on quotations.
Assist in answering telephones and inputting sales orders.
Create spreadsheets analyzing data on customers/parts.
Assist in marketing efforts/website content.
Provide a crucial link between our customer’s needs and production abilities.
Offer customer assistance on technical questions, concerns, or complaints.
Work with Engineering/IT on creating new part numbers.
Offer support to outside salespeople who are traveling or on business trips.
Check E-mails, distribute as appropriate, respond to e-mails in a timely manner.
Call new customer leads.
Monitor and drive increased business with current accounts.
Identify key areas for continuous improvement activities in the department.
Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree preferred with a focus on business, other degrees considered.
Sales experience.
Excellent communication (verbal and written), interpersonal, and professional interactive skills are necessary to perform at a high degree of proficiency. Ability to effectively assist, present information, and respond to questions from customers, inter-department staff, or suppliers. Capable of working with internal staff from other departments in a proactive and constructive manner.
Understanding of team dynamics and ability to work well within a team structure. Collaborative style. Ability to accept all tasks from Sales Manager.
Strong organizational and project management skills, including the ability to plan, prioritize and execute multiple initiatives/deadlines autonomously and shift priorities, as necessary.
Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner. Gathers and analyzes information and data skillfully. Develops alternative solutions.
Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions. Exhibits sound and accurate judgment. Makes timely decisions.
Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner. Reacts well under pressure. Follows through on commitments.
Detail Oriented – Attention to details and accuracy.
Proficient use of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
Knowledge of ERP systems.
Maintains a positive, upbeat attitude and brings excitement/encouragement to the company culture.
Here are just some of the benefits you will enjoy in this role:

Premium paid health insurance, optional dental and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Premium paid life insurance policy
Health savings accounts
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Challenging work environment
Flexible schedule (4 ten-hour shifts, off Friday!)
Salary Range: $15 - $19 per hour (with growth potential)

09/06/2021

Ever wonder how fishing line is made? Check out the How It's Made episode that was filmed in our factory, right here in Grand Junction!!

Modern fishing line sure is a step up from what we used to use. Watch here to find out why!Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/HuggbeesTVTwitter: https://twitter.c...

09/01/2021

We had a successful day at the Job Fair put on by the Workforce Center! We still have positions available, if you're looking for work, come join our team! You can apply on our website www.wfilament.com/careers or send your resume to [email protected]

09/01/2021

Come by the Job Fair at Mesa County Workforce Center!! We have several open positions we are hiring for!!