Cabinet Maker I

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation•Appleton, WI

7d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves learning and performing the basic skills and functions related to the fabrication of aircraft cabinets and other wood-surfaced subassemblies using design and engineering drawings. The role requires the ability to work in a team environment, with strong attention to detail, reading blueprints, computer skills, use of power tools, and working to tolerances. Experience in carpentry/cabinetry, auto restoration, or manufacturing/production fields is relevant. The job also involves learning entry-level technical skills, regulatory requirements, and tooling used in aircraft cabinetmaking, with a focus on developing technical competency and problem-solving abilities for progression to the technician level. Proficiency in preparing and making furniture using standard safety and operating procedures, design/engineering drawings, tools, and materials like laminates and veneers is expected. The role also includes utilizing a material tracking system for parts demand, tracking squawks, and signing off completed work, while complying with all safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies, using personal protective equipment, and ensuring aircraft interior protection. Assistance in the development and implementation of related initiatives may also be required.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Ability to work in a team environment.
Perform tasks that require strong attention to detail.
Reading blueprints.
Computer skills.
Use of power tools.
Working to tolerances.
Must be computer literate.
Able to climb ladders and stairs.
Able to work in small restricted areas.
Able to lift up to 40 pounds.
Able to work any shift.
Able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.

Nice To Haves

Wood working, wood finishing or auto body & painting experience in a technical environment.
Completion of Technical Certificate in cabinet making preferred.
Completion in current year youth apprenticeship program, in area of expertise.

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.
Perform other duties as assigned.