Cabinet Maker II (Aircraft) - Dallas, TX

Aircraft Furniture Fabricator

Compensation: $26.93/hr ST $40.40/hr OT

Under general supervision, fabricates aircraft furniture and other wood-surfaced subassemblies using aircraft specifications, design, and engineering drawings with a high level of safety, quality, detail, and productivity. Assists team members with greater experience to enhance techniques supportive of quality workmanship.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities:

• Works under general supervision to fabricate furniture and other wood-surfaced subassemblies using blueprints, aircraft specifications, and design/engineering drawings.
• Assembles, pins, and glue cabinet shells. Installs drawer slides, hinges, latches, and other hardware in subassemblies.
• Applies exterior surface materials such as laminates, veneers, and cap strips.
• Uses various types of stationary and hand-held power tools to fabricate or disassemble furniture.
• Complies with all safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies.
• Uses personal protective equipment to protect the aircraft interior.
• Uses the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and sign off work.

Additional Functions:

• Works with lead and higher skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements that increase safety, and reduce cost, cycle time, and man-hours using Lean Six Sigma and other process improvement techniques.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Basic knowledge of cabinetmaking processes, products, and tools.
• Two (2) years of experience in cabinetmaking.
• Experience in the aerospace industry preferred.
• Possess a working knowledge of Company inspection and process specifications preferred.

Other Requirements:

• The ability to read write, speak, and understand the English language.
• Able to climb ladders and stairs, work in small, restricted areas, lift up to 40 pounds, and work any shift.
• Must be computer literate.