In 1932, Harry Goro Watanabe established the Oriental Trading Company after moving to Omaha, NE from Japan. The operations were transferred to 1115 Farnam Street in 1938. This three story leased building became OTC’s home for more than 30 years. Shortly after the outbreak of World War II, the main office began shifting their emphasis to a growing carnival trade in the United States. The company began supplying trinkets, prizes, and give-aways to several carnival outfits.
On September 6, 1988, Harry Goro Watanabe’s son, Gordon Watanabe, broke away from OTC and created Nobbies, Your Ultimate Party Superstore. Nobbies was first located on 120th and Dodge. In August of 1993, Nobbies moved their store to a larger building on 120th and Center St. in the Bel-Air Plaza.
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Nobbies offers a variety of merchandise including: Wedding Supplies Balloons Party and Paper Candy Toys Giftware Halloween Costumes Seasonal Items Housewares |
Benefits
Nobbies offers a complete benefits package to our full-time employees including:
- Medical Insurance - Nobbies will pay 80% of the premiums.
- Short-Term Disability - Nobbies will pay 100% of the premiums.
- Long-Term Disability - Nobbies will pay 100% of the premiums.
- Life Insurance - Nobbies will pay 100% of the premiums.
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Holidays
- Employees are paid holiday pay for the five (5) days that are recognized
- New Year’s Day
- Memorial Day
- Independence Day
- Thanksgiving Day
- Christmas Day
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Sick Days
- 401(k) and Profit Sharing - Eligibility begins after six months of service and 21 years of age. Enrollment dates are in January and July. Nobbies will match 100% for the first three percent that is contributed and 50 cents on the dollar for the fourth and fifth percent.