Toy Tech (Part-Time) — Portland, Oregon

Join us in making strange, beautiful, made-to-order toys for adults who still love to play.

We’re a small, independent studio looking for a hands-on Toy Tech to help build, finish, and ship our products. This is a part-time role, ideal for makers, artists, and tinkerers who enjoy working independently and want to learn how toys (and toy businesses) are made.

What You’ll Do

• Assemble toys and accessory components
  
• Work with 3D-printed parts (prep, finishing, assembly)
  
• Prepare sub-assemblies for production
  
• Pack and ship customer orders
  
• Maintain clean workspace + basic inventory tracking
  

The work is physical, detail-oriented, and repetitive — but deeply satisfying if you like making things well and building flow-state skills.

Who You Are

• You like working with your hands and seeing tangible results
  
• You’re self-directed, reliable, and focused
  
• You enjoy pattern-based, repetitive work
  
• You’re curious about 3D printing, product design, and small-batch manufacturing
  
• You take pride in doing things correctly, not just quickly
  

No prior experience required — just attention, curiosity, and a willingness to learn.

Hours & Location

• 15–25 hours per week, flexible schedule
  
• In-person role at our studio off Mississippi Ave, Portland OR
  
• Small, creative, low-drama environment
  

Compensation Structure

1) Training Phase

• $20/hr base
  
• 2–4 weeks (depending on pace)
  
• Focus on mastering SOPs and quality
  
• No production pressure
  

2) Production Phase

• $17/hr base + performance pay
  
• Earn an additional $2–$12 per hour equivalent based on units completed
  
• Realistic range: $25–$30/hr once ramped
  

This rewards builders who are fast and precise, not just fast.

Bonuses are based on consistent output + low error rates.

You don’t have to “hit quota” — you earn more by building better and smoother over time.

Term

• 1-month trial
  
• Potential to continue as an ongoing role for the right fit
  

Perks

• Flexible schedule
  
• Hands-on experience with 3D printing, toy design, and micro-manufacturing
  
• Direct mentorship from founder (design, craft, and business)
  
• Creative environment where your work actually matters
  

Why This Matters

We’re building weird, meaningful objects with zero waste, on-demand manufacturing, and a creative community behind them. It’s art, engineering, and business — all at once.

If you’re a maker at heart and want to learn how to turn creative ideas into physical products, we’d love to hear from you.