FRAME BUILDER - TRAINEE

Vanguard Furniture Co Inc•Conover, NC

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Assembles precut wood parts to create a furniture frame. Trainees will be responsible for an investment of time and dedication into learning the craft of spring up. Trainees will be responsible for learning how to accurately and efficiently assemble precut wood parts, attach bun feet, legs and bases to knocked-up frame, and transport frames from work station to holding area.

Requirements

Ability to learn quickly and recognize parts.
Understand correct placement of parts, right / left sides, front / back.
Must be able to lift/remove frame from work table and push to holding area.
Must be able to stand 8+ hours.
Repetitive use of hands required in a twisting motion to screw in buns and feet.
Must be able to use pneumatic, vibrating tools and reach all areas of frame placed on workstation; including glue gun, staple gun, rubber mallet for entire shift.
Must be able to climb ladder to access storage bins to place or remove parts.
Requires close vision of less than 3 feet, with or without corrective lenses, for precision.

Nice To Haves

Previous knowledge of furniture assembly.

Responsibilities

Learn the craft of spring up.
Accurately and efficiently assemble precut wood parts.
Attach bun feet, legs and bases to knocked-up frame.
Transport frames from work station to holding area.
Return damaged parts for replacement.
Write frame number on completed frame.
Properly store tools and supplies at the end of each shift.
Maintain neat and orderly work station.
Wear required safety glasses and foot wear; work safely and report unsafe conditions to Dept. Supervisor.
Perform other duties as required by supervisor.