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Careers

Looking for a new career and have a love of fishing, the outdoors, manufacturing, sales and more? We are currently hiring for the following roles:

Submit a copy of your resume and a cover letter by emailing them to careers@americanbaitworks.com

 We are currently looking for the following roles :

Staff Accountant and Digital Marketing Manager

Injection Molding Machine Operator and Production Associate 

 

Staff Accountant - Finance and Accounting Department 

Reports to: Controller 

SUMMARY 

The Staff Accountant will prepare and maintain financial records to track the organization’s assets, liabilities, profit and loss, tax liabilities, general ledger, and other related financial activities.   

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 

None 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Prepares monthly balance sheets, income statements, and profit and loss statements. 

  • Maintains the general ledger, depreciation and accrual schedules, and fixed asset listing. 

  • Codes invoices, sets up new customer accounts, and new vendor accounts 

  • Prepare and complete journals with the general ledger, including adjusting journal entries. 

  • Reconciles bank accounts, verifies deposits, and addresses inquiries from banks. 

  • Reconciles cash disbursement accounts, payroll, customer accounts, and other financial accounts; manages accounts receivable collections. 

  • Verifies and/or completes payment of invoices associated with accounts payable and ensures payments are charged to the appropriate accounts. 

  • Files tax forms with federal, state, and local government agencies. 

  • Maintains knowledge of acceptable accounting practices and procedures. 

  • Performs other related duties as assigned. 

 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. 

  • Excellent organizational and time management skills. 

  • Knowledge of general financial accounting and cost accounting. 

  • Understanding of and the ability to adhere to generally accepted accounting principles. 

  • Ability to correctly prepare tax reports. 

  • Proficient in accounting and ERP software. 

  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; superb knowledge of Excel. Power BI a plus! 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

  • Bachelor’s degree in Accounting or related field required. 

  • At least three years of related experience required. 

  • Experience with NetSuite is strongly preferred. 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. 

  • Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. 

  • Ability to traverse the factory floor. 

 

Digital Marketing Manager - Marketing Department 

Reports To: Director of Marketing 

SUMMARY 

The Digital Marketing Manager develops digital strategies, tactics and campaigns that support the American Baitworks family of brands. This position manages and analyzes digital marketing initiatives, providing detailed reports and analytics to internal stakeholders that detail the ROI of each campaign. 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 

None 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Plan, develop, and implement paid digital media strategies to increase visibility, recognition, and drive traffic and sales. 

  • Leads website setup, development, and maintenance. 

  • Manage relationships with external vendors and track progress on execution across all channels. 

  • Provide troubleshooting support for issues relating to campaign spend, creative, or partner implementation and escalating to third party vendors when necessary. 

  • Provide regular insights on performance, campaign optimizations, and new opportunities. 

  • Contributes to the development of annual departmental operating budgets designed to achieve marketing branding and goals. 

  • Lead the hindsight process by providing a summary for each campaign including performance against goals, lessons learned, and areas of opportunity. 

  • Monitors industry trends and technology developments to create recommendations for improving marketing results.  

  • Ensure that all marketing elements and programs are “on brand.” 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

  • Shopify e-Commerce store management 

  • Facebook Creator Studio expert 

  • Facebook Ads Manager expert 

  • Google Search Marketing expert 

  • YouTube Advertising expert 

  • Project Management experience 

  • Experience with Analytics and ROI reporting software 

  • Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize tasks 

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills 

  • Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines 

  • Ability to analyze and interpret data 

  • Proven ability to identify target audiences and create/lead campaigns that engage, educate and inspire 

  • Strong interpersonal skills 

  • Thorough understanding of the latest trends and practices in online marketing 

  • Solid knowledge of website analytics tools 

  • Knowledge of social media platforms including Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube 

  • Understanding of general MS Office Programs 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in marketing, business administration, or related field. 

  • 3+ years digital marketing experience, preferably in the outdoor industry. 

  • A passion for fishing and the outdoors is a plus. 

 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

  • Some overnight travel required. 

  • Ability to sit in front of a computer for long periods of time. 

  • Ability to lift up to 25 pounds. 

 

Injection Molding Machine Operator

Reports to: Production Supervisor

SUMMARY 

The Injection Molding Machine Operator will create soft baits according to customer specification.    

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 

None 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Efficiently operates injection molding machines within defined parameters to successfully produce soft plastic baits according to specification 

  • Perform material handling procedures as required, including mixing of color formulas 

  • Perform and assist with mold and neck finish changes as required 

  • Complete all required quality checks, critical systems checks, production records and logs accurately  

  • Assist in machine start-ups and shut-downs; performs basic adjustments and maintenance 

  • Manage machine process efficiency initiatives, scrap minimization and materials conservation 

  • Checks products to ensure quality and uniform completion 

  • Ensures that workstation is kept in a clean and safe condition 

  • Follows safety guidelines and regulations 

  • Other duties as assigned 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

  • Detail-oriented and consistent 

  • Reliable and able to work the required schedule 

  • Team-oriented and works well with others 

  • Basic ability in mathematics, reading, and writing 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

  • High school diploma or GED 

  • 1-3 years of injection mold machine operation  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

  • Prolonged periods of standing and performing repetitive tasks 

  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time 

  • Must have manual dexterity in order to operate machines as directed 

  • Must have excellent hand-eye coordination 

Production Associate 

Reports to: Production Supervisor

SUMMARY 

The Production Associate assembles and packages baits according to specification.    

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES 

None 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 

  • Works with small, detailed pieces to complete the assembly of frog baits 

  • Operates the package sealing machine and dipping machine, assisting in machine start-ups and shutdowns and performing basic adjustments and maintenance as needed 

  • Operates the digital printing machine, performing daily, weekly and monthly cleaning routines 

  • Ensures that bait is placed in the appropriate bag or plastic packaging 

  • Applies appropriate UPC stickers to the matching product 

  • Checks products to ensure quality and uniformity 

  • Maintains logs and records concerning production  

  • Ensures that workstation is kept in a clean and safe condition 

  • Follows safety guidelines and regulations 

  • Other duties as assigned 

REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES 

  • Detail-oriented and consistent 

  • Reliable and able to work the required schedule 

  • Team-oriented and works well with others 

  • Basic ability in mathematics, reading, and writing 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE 

  • One year of previous assembly or packaging experience preferred 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS 

  • Prolonged periods of standing or sitting and performing repetitive tasks 

  • Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at a time 

  • Must have excellent hand-eye coordination 

  • Must have manual dexterity in order to assemble products and operate machines as directed