Fabricator (Wood & Foam)

Britten, Inc. • Traverse City, MI

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Britten Inc. is a world-class event fabricator, partnering with leading brands and agencies to design, engineer, and build high-impact environments that perform in the real world. For 40 years, we’ve combined world-class design thinking with advanced fabrication, printing, and manufacturing capabilities to deliver complex, large-scale experiences; from custom event builds and branded environments to immersive installations that bring campaigns to life.

Headquartered in Traverse City, Michigan, Britten is built for execution at the highest level. We take on ambitious, complex work and deliver it from concept through fabrication and final deployment. Our reputation has been earned through a solution-driven mindset, a commitment to precision, and the ability to turn bold ideas into fully realized physical experiences.

We are a team of builders, problem-solvers, and collaborators who thrive in fast-paced, high-expectation environments. We believe in craftsmanship, accountability, and doing whatever it takes—together—to deliver work that stands apart.

At Britten, we don’t just build what’s been done before. We build what’s next.

We are looking for individuals who are motivated and hardworking to help us fabricate world-class projects for retail environments, events, and more. The type of projects in our shop ranges from custom cabinetry to architectural millwork, to foam sculptures, to tradeshow booths, and more. The person in this position will be responsible for processing work safely and efficiently, while keeping with Britten's quality control standards. This is a key member of our team who will be flexible in terms of scope of work and will be able to work with a range of materials and tools, to help meet the needs of our customers.

Requirements

• Assembly work, woodworking, carpentry, sculpting and/or finish experience preferred
• Ability to learn quickly
• Good hand eye coordination
• Great attention to detail
• Outstanding work ethic and dependability
• Proactive self-starter with a positive attitude
• Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
• Mechanical knowledge of machines and tools including their design, repair and maintenance preferred
• Know how to read and understand blueprints, drawings, and written directions
• Must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for extended periods
• 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

• Operate a variety of woodworking and foam sculpting machinery and tools to fabricate cabinetry, millwork, and foam sculptures
• Match materials for color, grain, or texture
• Glue, fit and clamp parts and sub-assemblies together to form complete unit using clamps or clamping machine
• Sand and scrapes surfaces and joints of articles to prepare for finishing
• Read and understand blueprints, drawings and/or written directions
• Measuring parts to ensure accuracy and fit
• Assemble and prep units for finishing with precision and attention to detail
• Willingness and ability to follow all safety rules and regulations, all work must be done with thinking Safety First
• Interest and ability to work long hours and weekends as needed
• 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 with employer match of contribution (Employer match equal to 50% of contributions to the plan, up to 6% of employee’s pay)
• 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: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed