Wood Shop Associate

Gasser Chair Company•Youngstown, OH

2d•$16 - $17•Onsite

About The Position

The Wood Shop Associate operates woodworking equipment and performs a range of production tasks, which may include 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machining, sanding, wood base assembly, and spray staining. Assignments vary according to production needs, training, and demonstrated proficiency. The employee follows work instructions, maintains quality standards, and uses equipment and materials safely and efficiently. The role is performed in a manufacturing environment and involves prolonged standing and walking; frequent use of hands and arms; and bending, reaching, and positioning materials. The employee must be able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation, and use appropriate lifting techniques, assistance, or material-handling equipment as needed. The environment may include machinery noise, wood dust, and finishing materials. Required personal protective equipment must be worn. For assigned work requiring respirator use, applicable medical evaluation, fit testing, and training are required.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience in woodworking, manufacturing, CNC machine operation, sanding, assembly, or spray finishing preferred.
Ability to learn and safely perform multiple wood shop operations.
Ability to read and follow work instructions, production specifications, and basic drawings.
Ability to use measuring devices and perform basic math involving fractions and dimensions.
Ability to safely use hand tools, power tools, and assigned production equipment.
Attention to detail and ability to recognize defects in wood, machining, assembly, and finish quality.
Ability to follow instructions, communicate production concerns, and work effectively with other employees.
Dependable attendance and ability to complete assigned work with consistent quality.
Willingness to complete required safety training and use personal protective equipment.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation, and to use appropriate lifting techniques, assistance, or material-handling equipment as needed.
Ability to inspect dimensions, fit, color, and surface quality.
For assigned tasks requiring respirator use, ability to complete applicable medical evaluation, fit testing, and training requirements.

Responsibilities

Operate assigned woodworking equipment, including 3-axis and 5-axis CNC machines, after completing required training and receiving authorization.
Complete assigned machine setup tasks, load and secure materials, select approved programs, and verify tooling and settings according to established procedures; refer changes beyond training and authorization to the appropriate resource.
Sand wood components to required dimensions, contours, and surface quality and prepare surfaces for staining, finishing, or assembly.
Assemble wood bases and related components using specified hardware, adhesives, fixtures, and tools; verify alignment, fit, and stability.
Prepare and apply approved stains and finishing materials according to work instructions; check coverage, color consistency, and surface appearance.
Read and follow production orders, drawings, measurements, and work instructions.
Inspect materials, components, and completed work for defects, dimensional accuracy, finish quality, and assembly consistency, and report nonconforming work before it moves to the next operation.
Safely move, organize, and stage wood materials, components, and finished assemblies, protecting them from damage.
Complete assigned work according to production priorities and communicate shortages, delays, equipment issues, and other concerns to the Senior Wood Shop Associate.
Perform routine cleaning, inspections, and operator maintenance within the scope of training, and report damaged tooling, unusual machine behavior, or maintenance needs.
Follow applicable safety procedures for machine guarding, dust collection, ventilation, chemical handling, and lockout/tagout; use required personal protective equipment.
Keep workstations, equipment, and shared areas clean and organized, and manage wood dust, scrap, finishing materials, and waste according to established procedures.
Accurately record completed work, material usage, scrap, and other required production information.
Learn additional wood shop operations as assigned and suggest practical improvements to quality, safety, efficiency, and material use.
Perform other related duties as assigned.