Woodshop Builder

Lippert Components • Goshen, IN

71d

About The Position

Responsible for producing, designing, crafting, setting up, framing and maintaining quality and safety standards of racks, boxes and other product for shipment/production; must be able to maintain equipment and supplies. Woodworkers, craftsmen, and assemblers manufacture a variety of products such as wood dunnage, tables and miscellaneous items using wood specialized hand tools, power tools, hand tools and other tools as necessary.

Requirements

• Should be able to work on CNC machines in a manufacturing environment
• Should have good organizational skills for running multiple operations
• Should have high hand dexterity to operate machines and a multitude of hand tools
• Should have some interpersonal skills
• Should have initiative in getting the job done
• Must be able to pass EVerify.

Nice To Haves

• A high school diploma is sufficient for this position and, past experience in a wood is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Performs any combination of following duties to facilitate cutting, finishing, storing, cleaning, and shipping wood products, and inspects products prior to shipment: Stacks lumber or wood products on floor or in bins to supply machine operators or assemblers,
• Workers may use automated machinery, such as computerized numerical control (CNC) machines, to do much of the work
• Plans machining by studying work orders, engineering plans, materials, specifications, reference planes, locations of surfaces, and machining parameters; interpreting geometric dimensions and tolerances (GD&T).
• Programs mills and lathes by entering instructions (not required by all operators).
• Sets-up, operate and tend, drill presses, shapers, routers, sanders and wood nailing machines by using proper instructions & procedures.
• Perform work in high production environment
• The ability to add fasteners, adhesives and connect the pieces to form a complete unit.
• Loads feed mechanism by lifting stock into position.
• Verifies settings by measuring positions, first-run part, and sample work pieces.
• Maintains specifications by observing drilling, grooving, and cutting, including turning, taking measurements; detecting malfunctions; troubleshooting processes; adjusting and reprogramming controls; replacing worn tools; adhering to quality assurance procedures and processes.
• Maintains safe operations by adhering to safety procedures and regulations.
• Maintains equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs.
• Applies filler, putty, or other material, using brush, putty knife, and fingers to fill wood pores, holes, cracks, or other indentations.
• Traces patterns on lumber stock as guide for machine operator.
• Brushes surfaces with glue preparatory to covering surfaces with wood, paper, or other materials.
• Examines materials and products for defects, finish, and grade, and accuracy of dimension and matching panels, using measuring instruments.
• Maintains workstation in a neat, clean and orderly fashion, and performs job duties in a safe and efficient manner.
• Ensure wood isn't warped cracked, or swollen; completing all stages of the woodworking process.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefit offerings including medical, dental, vision, 401k with employer match, vacation, and more!
• Career development and mentoring and opportunities to grow.
• Holiday, personal and vacation days.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees