Aircraft Cabinetmaker

AVTECH Global • Savannah, GA

17h • Onsite

About The Position

Aviation Technology Associates (AVTECH Global) is looking for an Aircraft Cabinetmaker. This role involves fabricating aircraft furniture and other wood-surfaced subassemblies according to aircraft specifications, design, and engineering drawings for installation in aircraft. The position offers opportunities for growth, with different levels of responsibility from entry-level learning to senior-level mentoring and project oversight.

Requirements

• High School diploma/GED.
• Experience requirement ranges from entry level with experience in woodworking, wood finishing or auto body & painting experience in a technical environment or completion of technical certificate in cabinetmaking to four (4) years of experience in cabinetmaking (aerospace industry preferred).
• Valid driver's license may be required.
• Participation in a DOT/FAA drug and alcohol program may be required.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small, restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds and work any shift.
• Must be computer literate.
• Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

• Possess a working knowledge of inspection and process specifications preferred.
• Basic knowledge of cabinetmaking processes, products and tools.
• Advanced knowledge of cabinetmaking processes and products.
• Demonstrates excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Responsibilities

• Learns entry-level technical skills and knowledge, regulatory requirements and tooling used in aircraft cabinetmaking.
• Continues to develop technical competency and problem-solving abilities to allow progression to the technician level.
• Using standard safety and operating procedures, design/engineering drawings, tools and other materials (laminates, veneers, cap strips), develops proficiency in the preparation and making of furniture.
• Utilizes the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off completed work.
• Complies with all safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies, uses personal protective equipment; ensures aircraft interior is protected.
• Assists in the development and implementation of related initiatives.
• Works under general supervision to fabricate furniture and other wood-surfaced subassemblies using blueprints, aircraft specifications and design/engineering drawings.
• Assembles, pins and glues cabinet shells.
• Installs drawer-slides, hinges, latches and other hardware in subassemblies.
• Applies exterior surface materials such as laminates, veneers, and cap strips.
• Uses various types of stationary and hand-held power tools to fabricate or disassemble furniture.
• Works with lead and higher skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements that increase safety, reduce, cost, cycle time, and man-hours using Lean Six-Sigma and other process improvement techniques.
• Fabricates complex high-quality furniture and other wood-surfaced subassemblies using stationery and handheld-tools.
• Interprets material specifications and design/engineering drawings to ensure finished product meets design and engineering requirements with a high level of quality and detail.
• Coordinates with supervision to ensure compliance with customer approved design samples.
• Utilizes a variety of woodworking tools and techniques.
• Complies with and champions safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies and ensures the protection of aircraft interiors.
• Accepts Lead responsibilities when required.
• Mentors and trains lesser skilled technicians.
• Oversees projects and coordinates with lead to delegate tasks to assigned technicians.
• Conducts safety audits and assists team members in doing safety audits.
• Assists in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs.
• Coordinates with other back shops when necessary.
• Adapts to sudden schedule changes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• coverage of up to one-half of employee's medical insurance premium for a base plan
• eight (8) paid holidays
• per diem split (if qualified)
• three (3) sets of uniforms (if applicable)
• opportunity to become a direct hire after ninety (90) days

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees