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Melker of Sweden, founded in 2015 in Hammarö, Värmland, is a pioneering manufacturer of sustainable water sports products. Specializing in kayaks, the company is dedicated to creating timelessly beautiful and eco-friendly products for an active and conscious lifestyle.
As a small and young company, Melker of Sweden is on a mission to revolutionize the Outdoor Hardware industry. The company places a strong emphasis on finding a harmonious balance between environmental responsibility, ethical considerations, and economic viability. This commitment allows Melker of Sweden to make a tangible impact in the realm of outdoor recreation.
Open Positions, Rindö, Sweden
In the fall of 2023 we started to setup our modern in-house production of Melkers next generation of kayaks, featuring our latest plant-based, durable, and feather light technology which revolutionize the industry and help protect the waters and environment we all love.
The production facility is setup @ Rindö, in the middle of the Stockholm archipelago, surrounded by both the most amazing nature as well as the most experienced and highly talented personell within light-weight and plant-based composites.
As we turn into 2024 we are looking for more talented persons to join us in our journey to create the best possible products out there.
If you're someone who thrives in a small company with an optimistic "anything is possible" mindset, we invite you to join our team.
To apply to the open position below, please send your personal letter and CV to info@melkerofsweden.se.
Composite boat builder
As a composite boat builder @ Melker you are working in our production line building the deck and hulls of our kayaks.
Cutting materials, packing and arranging laminates, and vacuum bagging are part of your daily rutines.
Who are you?
We believe that you have previous experience in building/laminating watercraft from composite materials, with kayak lamination being a significant plus. Perhaps you also have experience with various processes (vacuum, hand lamination, Pre-Preg, etc.) and different materials such as glass, carbon, and flax fiber, in combination with polyester and epoxy.
As we strive to manufacture our products with the smallest possible carbon footprint, we invest heavily in research and development with bio-based alternatives - so anything you can contribute to take further steps is highly welcome.
You should thrive in a small company with an attitude that anything is possible with the right mindset.
We all work side by side with open communication and straightforwardness.
Start date - January
Location - Rindö
Employment - 100%
KAYAK ASSEMBLY
Kayak assembly is the last phase of the kayak production line. When working in assembly you are responsible of putting all the bits and pieces together into a complete kayak. Gluing, cutting, drilling and sanding are all parts of the daily duties.
Who are you?
We believe that you have a good hand with different hand tools, have a drive to learn and attention to details.
Previous experience in marine assembly is a plus.
As we strive to manufacture our products with the smallest possible carbon footprint, we invest heavily in research and development with bio-based alternatives - so anything you can contribute to take further steps is highly welcome.
You should thrive in a small company with an attitude that anything is possible with the right mindset.
We all work side by side with open communication and straightforwardness.
Start date - January
Location - Rindö
Employment - 100%
MARINE PAINTER
As a marine painter you are the one who make our kayaks look beautiful. You are a part of our production line where, masking, surface preparation and spraying is part of your daily duties.
Who are you?
We believe that you have previous experience in marine painting or in automotive prep & paint with kayak painting being a significant plus.
You have a great eye for details and perhaps have additional knowledge of different techniques (In-Mould-coating, gelcoat etc).
As we strive to manufacture our products with the smallest possible carbon footprint, we invest heavily in research and development with bio-based alternatives - so anything you can contribute to take further steps is highly welcome.
You should thrive in a small company with an attitude that anything is possible with the right mindset.
We all work side by side with open communication and straightforwardness.
Start date - January
Location - Rindö
Employment - 100%