Carpenter

Britten, Inc. • Traverse City, MI

49d

About The Position

Britten is a veteran owned (VOSB) creative production house dedicated to delivering innovative signage, displays, and event branding solutions that make our customers stand out in a crowd. For 35+ years, we’ve leveraged our state-of-the art design, printing, fabrication, and manufacturing capabilities to propel high-impact campaigns and promotional ideas into the world. Always on time, on strategy, and on budget, we build the stuff that helps people, communities, and businesses flourish and prosper.

Located in Traverse City, Michigan, this creative production studio known as Britten seeks talented individuals to join our team. We’ve built a reputation for saying "yes" to projects others won't touch. Our people make that possible, individuals who put a premium on thoughtful service, care about the people next to them, and are willing to go the extra mile on projects they touch.

What We Seek...
We are looking for hardworking, punctual, and motivated individuals with strong carpentry skills to join the BoxPop division of Britten, Inc.. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the skilled trades and have a talent in this area. This individual will be responsible for ensuring customer orders are manufactured to world class specifications. A resourceful mindset and passion for custom fabrication and manufacturing is essential.

Job Summary and Job Functions
Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures, fabricate according to blueprints and shop drawing requirements
Operating the appropriate carpentry, fabrication and/or power tool equipment, following all safety precautions and procedures as required
Determine the appropriate equipment, tools and/or methods needed to ensure customer requirements are met
Using precise measurement tools during the fabrication process
Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety
Utilize other hand and power tools as is deemed necessary to get the job done
Willingness and ability to follow MIOSHA and company safety guidelines and protocols
Align with and believe in the company core values: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, We Build People Up
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to be exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

• Proven experience in a carpentry or skilled trades capacity
• Experience in using electrical or manual tools (saws, squares, calipers etc.)
• Ability to read and interpret technical documents and drawings
• Knowledge of relative safety standards and willingness to use protective clothing (face-shield, gloves etc.)
• Must have an eye for detail and be reliable with a “we say yes” attitude
• Self-motivated individual with ability to follow instructions and work alone, as well as, work effectively within a team
• Align with and believe in the company core values: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, We Build People Up

Responsibilities

• Read blueprints and drawings and take or read measurements to plan layout and procedures, fabricate according to blueprints and shop drawing requirements
• Operating the appropriate carpentry, fabrication and/or power tool equipment, following all safety precautions and procedures as required
• Determine the appropriate equipment, tools and/or methods needed to ensure customer requirements are met
• Using precise measurement tools during the fabrication process
• Maintain equipment in a condition that does not compromise safety
• Utilize other hand and power tools as is deemed necessary to get the job done
• Willingness and ability to follow MIOSHA and company safety guidelines and protocols
• Align with and believe in the company core values: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, We Build People Up

Benefits

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance coverage options
• 401K
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (Full time employees)
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance-company provided
• Reimbursement for safety glasses and/or work boots (if position requires and qualifies)
• Company provided safety, skill development and/or leadership training opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees