Assembler at Magic Items in New York, NY

Assembler

Start Date: ASAP Employment Type: Part-time W2 Hourly OR Full-Time W2 Salaried Work Arrangement: In-Person, Bushwick Brooklyn Reports To: Director of Engineering Hours: 20 - 40 hours per week Compensation: $22-$28/hour OR $45 to $60k annually Salaried + Benefits

About Magic Items

Magic Items is a rapidly growing NYC-based company specializing in beautifully hand-sewn leather bags which feature our revolutionary patent-pending novel closure method. With a team of over 50 passionate craftspeople and professionals, we serve both individual customers and large business clients. We're profitable, expanding quickly, and deeply committed to our people-first culture where every team member matters.

About the Role

The Assembler is responsible for preparing and assembling components with precision and consistency, ensuring all products meet established quality standards. This role includes material preparation, hand-cutting, component assembly, and basic quality checks, while supporting teamwork and daily production workflows.

Roles and Responsibilities

Material Preparation & Assembly Operations

• Perform manual washing and preparation of leather materials to production standards
• Tape and format leather rolls for laser cutting
• Execute precision cutting of components with meticulous attention to detail
• Perform basic assembly and preparation tasks as assigned, including bag preparation, magnetizing, assembly sandwiching and alignment, and assembly support
• Complete assigned assembly steps in accordance with established Standard Operating Procedures
• Hand-cut and hand-drill exotic leathers such as python, alligator, stingray, etc.

Quality Assurance

• Conduct basic self-quality checks on completed tasks to ensure work meets established standards before submission for review
• Maintain consistency and quality throughout all preparation tasks

Teamwork & Communication

• Follow instructions provided by Lead Assemblers and Assembly Leadership to support daily production workflows
• Collaborate effectively with team members to meet production goals
• Assist with fulfillment preparation as directed, without responsibility for production quotas or deadlines
• Assist with other production tasks as needed to support the team
• Attend required all-hands, company meetings, assembly meetings and training sessions as scheduled
• Check Slack and email regularly and respond in a timely manner
• Proactively communicate schedule and any scheduling changes with department head and operations

Workplace Standards

• Maintain cleanliness and organization of assigned work areas and shared production spaces
• Follow all safety, cleanliness, and workplace conduct policies while working in the assembly environment

What We're Looking For

• Experience in any job with hand work
• Enjoys crafting and repetition
• Must be based in NYC and able to report to our office in Bushwick
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to precision work
• Ability to perform manual labor tasks, including washing and handling leather materials
• Comfortable working with leather and hand tools (training provided)
• Prompt and reliable attendance with consistent availability
• Willingness to learn and adapt to various production needs
• Comfortable working with your hands
• Team player with a positive, can-do attitude

Why Join Magic Items?

• Be part of a growing company with innovative products
• Work in a people-first culture where every team member is valued
• Collaborate with a passionate team of craftspeople and professionals
• Hands-on experience in artisan leather production