Job Description
SUMMARY:
Fabricate wooden racks, shelving, and boxes for retail stores and packs such items as machinery or other large or odd shaped products by performing the duties listed below.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
ยท Build displays for stores and custom store fixtures
ยท Operation of woodworking machines and use of hand tools to cut, shape and form wood
ยท Prepare and interpret blueprints, drawings, sketches, designs, shipping notices, and other specifications
ยท Purchase and maintain appropriate levels of inventory on all supplies needed to run the shop efficiently to include but not limited to: wood, screws, nails, saws rails, drills, blades, paint, and signs
ยท Custom build pieces in an efficient manner
ยท Work under time constraints to meet specific timelines
ยท Inspect product to determine size and shape of container, wooden racks, and/or boxes; materials needed; and determine type of supports/braces to be used
ยท Lay out dimensions on materials with ruler, measuring tape, and molds
ยท Saw materials to size
ยท Assemble materials, wood cutting, spraying, and painting
ยท Place products in containers
ยท Bolt heavy pieces to bottom of container
ยท Wrap and pad products with excelsior, wood shavings, paper, or other packing material
ยท Build crate around large or odd shaped articles
ยท Nail covers on crates
ยท Attach identification labels or stencils containing such information as shipping destination, weight, and type of product contained on crate
ยท Repair broken crates
ยท Count items to be packed to ensure compliance with shipping orders
ยท Move containers to shipping area, and move lumber, paper, and other wrapping supplies to crating area
ยท Determine tools and saw blades needed to be sent off-site to be sharpened or replaced
ยท Maintain machinery, tools, pieces, or bits
ยท Assist with special projects such as painting and building repairs in the plant
ยท Build custom office furniture such as desks, tables, bookcases, and shelves, etc.
ยท Receive shipments of lumber and unload using a forklift
ยท Practice good housekeeping at all times to ensure a safe and non-cluttered worksite
ยท Participate in and demonstrate an understanding of safety principles and practices; follow all safety policies and procedures to support a safe working environment, including safe operation of machines and equipment
ยท File paperwork efficiently
ยท All other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS:
ยท High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
ยท Previous carpentry experience required
ยท Knowledge of building materials
ยท Knowledge of basic tools, hand tools, and cabinet tools
ยท Strong written and verbal communication skills
ยท Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
ยท Forklift certified
Must Maintain a clean driving record
REQUIRED SKILLS:
ยท Able to read a ruler and measuring tape
ยท Able to use a table saw, skill saw, jig saw, power drill, router, sander, and other shop tools and equipment
ยท Able to read, write, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and policies, blueprints, job orders, and procedure manuals
ยท Able to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
ยท Able to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals
ยท Able to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed, but uninvolved written or oral instructions
ยท Attention to detail
ยท Able to work well alone
ยท Able to maintain regular and punctual attendance
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
ยท Able to stand, walk, sit, stoop, kneel, bend, crouch, or crawl for long periods of time
ยท Able to use hands to finger, handle, feel, and reach with hands and arms frequently
ยท Able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds regularly and more than 100 pounds occasionally
ยท Able to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and adjust focus
ยท Regular exposure to moving mechanical parts
ยท Regular exposure to various temperatures, dusty, and humid conditions
ยท Noise level is usually moderate
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
โข 401(k)
โข Dental insurance
โข Employee discount
โข Health insurance
โข Life insurance
โข Paid time off
โข Vision insurance
Work Location: In person