Furniture Shop Supervisor - CTR
About The Position
Amity Foundation, an internationally acclaimed Teaching, and Therapeutic Community are seeking compassionate and enthusiastic individuals with a desire to teach, learn and join our community as a Furniture Shop Supervisor at our residential campus in Tucson, AZ. This groundbreaking opportunity not only will be working in our residential programs to help the inmate population but will also enhance your training and experience in the field. About Amity: Amity Foundation is a safe place where people can change in an environment that fosters trust; where new values can be formed; responsibility developed, and lasting relationships built. Amity is dedicated to the inclusion and habilitation of people marginalized by addiction, homelessness, trauma, criminality, incarceration, poverty, racism, sexism, and violence. Amity is committed to research, development implementation, and dissemination of information regarding community building. Remembrance, Resolution, Reconciliation, Restoration, Renewal
Requirements
- High School Diploma or GED (General Education Diploma) or equivalent training or work experience
- Minimum of 3–5 years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing, fabrication, or shop environment.
- Proficient in solid wire (GMAW), flux-core (FCAW), and SMAW (Stick) welding processes for clean, ornamental finishes.
- Expert operation of industrial woodworking machinery (table saws, jointers, assembly jigs) for high-end cabinetry and custom furniture.
- Ability to accurately read and interpret complex technical drawings, blueprints, and design schematics.
- Ability to work under minimal supervision.
- Demonstrated ability to supervise others.
- All other duties as assigned.
- Current valid CPR and First Aid certification.
- Current valid Driver’s License with a clean driving record and the ability to operate a motor vehicle for the occasional material transport or site visits.
- Must hold a valid AWS D1.1 Structural Welding Code – Steel Certification.
- Minimal knowledge of contemporary substance abuse treatment practices in a residential setting.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a high level of empathy.
- Ability to maintain sensitivity and objectively under pressure generated through association with our students.
- Proficient with basic computer skills including familiarity with the Microsoft Office suite products
Nice To Haves
- Higher level of understanding of cabinet making principles, carpentry skills and safe use of tools.
- Better understanding of the Amity Community learned through time spent in the entry level position (Furniture Shop Technician) or, as a new hire, a greater level of carpentry-based knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Supervises and directs Lead-Techs daily in manufacturing finished carpentry and furniture.
- Oversee daily activities in both the wood and welding shops to ensure efficiency in the production of furniture, custom cabinetry, and ornamental ironwork.
- Supervise Furniture Shop Employees and Students.
- Supervise furniture production and shipping.
- Inspect finished wood and metal products to ensure they meet strict design specifications and premium aesthetic quality standards.
- Supervise purchasing and inventory of materials and supplies.
- Develop and maintain inventory of all tools and equipment.
- Manage the upkeep, calibration, and repair of all shop machinery, tooling, and welding equipment.
- Supervise Safety training of authorized personnel on the use of all equipment and tools.
- Responsible for maintaining a safe working environment by enforcing OSHA regulations, PPE compliance, and machine guarding.
- Train, mentor, and schedule fabrication technicians, welders, and woodworkers.
- Build and maintain relationships with vendors, and end users/customers.
- Develop and maintain vendor contact list.
- Comfortable with creating and using spreadsheets
- Securing supplies and materials to complete manufacturing projects
- Work directly with our management team to provide strategic direction for facilities needs and future growth plans
- Attends workshops, meetings, and training as requested by Furniture Shop Manager.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
