Finish Carpenter - Fabricator (Saginaw, Michigan)
Morley•Saginaw Charter Township, MI
•Onsite
About The Position
Morley is seeking an experienced craftsman/craftswoman with excellent finishing skills to join their fabrication team as a Custom Exhibit Builder in Saginaw, Michigan. This role involves planning and building trade show exhibits for high-end and Fortune 500 clients, permanent installations for schools and museums, and creative brand experiences. The work takes place in a spacious, heated, up-to-date shop/warehouse. Tasks include exhibit design, construction, inspection, packing, shipping, setup, and tear-down. The corporate office is in Saginaw Township, offering a friendly, casual environment with access to a free on-site workout facility and perks like tickets to local events.
Requirements
- Strong finish carpentry / woodworking skills
- Solid work ethic
- Flexible attitude
- Time management skills
- Able to navigate dynamic requests and deadlines
- Able to handle any challenges that occur during fabrication
- Able to problem solve and recommend solutions
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Able to use computers as needed
- Have a valid drivers license
- High school diploma or equivalent
- Craftsman / carpentry background
- Experience in blueprint reading
- Experience in customer care
- Experience in painting and scenic work
- Experience in electrical applications
- Experience in trade show booths and assembly
- Materials and hardware knowledge and procurement
- Able to lift 50 pounds unassisted
- Able to work on site at our office in Saginaw, Michigan, daily
- Able to work our typical fabrication schedule: Monday - Friday, 7 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Eastern time
- Able to travel when required (limited) to assist with setup or on-site show supervision as scheduled
Nice To Haves
- Proficient in hand welding, MIG welding, aluminum welding and / or stick welding
- 5 or more years’ experience in all areas of finish carpentry and / or welding
- Welding certifications
- Experience in CNC operations
- Experience in using CAD software
- Experience in vinyl or graphic wrap
- Experience in 3-D modeling
- Associate’s degree
- Formal trade school training
- Chauffeurs driver license
Responsibilities
- Become part of our team of fabricators
- Work closely with the Operations Supervisor to learn and collaborate on best practices
- Keep projects moving and ensure time is used constructively
- Exhibit design, construction, inspection, packing, shipping, setup and tear-down
- Help with design specifications for exhibit components as needed
- Fabricate / refurbish exhibit components and crates for projects and events
- Build components to specification using finish carpentry skills
- Stage exhibit properties for inspection and preview
- Retrieve, assemble, inspect, prepare and pack exhibit components, parts, samples and miscellaneous items for show preview
- Define component packaging, crating, dimensions and weights. Provide to the shipping department for estimating / shipping.
- Prior to shipment, create an inventory / packing list of items as needed
- Create detailed setup / packing instructions for labor personnel to follow as needed
- Outbound shipping as needed
- Handle documentation associated with the role (as-built blueprints, time tracking, purchasing paperwork) as needed
- Help maintain organization for all tools and equipment in the fabrication area
- Provide warehousing and exhibit property inventory support as needed
- Serve as forklift operator as needed
- Repair or remodel corporate facilities as needed
- Limited travel to help with setup or on-site show supervision (as required and scheduled by the Operations Supervisor)
Benefits
- Medical and prescription coverage
- Dental and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Associate wellness program with rewards for annual checkups
- Programs to quit tobacco use and manage chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, asthma)
- 401(k) with match
- Flexible spending account (FSA)
- Life insurance
- Company-paid short- and long-term disability insurance
- 24/7 online access to doctors through Teladoc
- 24/7 nurse help desk
- Patient advocacy with free 24/7 support for benefit questions and claims
- Guidance for family, financial and estate planning (including wills)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
