Craftsmen

JOB DESCRIPTION: Experienced Craftsmen DEPARTMENT: Custom FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Non-Exempt (Hourly) COMPENSATION HIGHLIGHT: $10,000 Signing Bonus Position Summary The Experienced Craftsmen is responsible for complex wood shaping, custom assembly, intricate curves and angle work, decorative grid work, screen fabrication, and product repairs (including occasional on-site repairs). This role also serves as a technical advisor to the sales and engineering teams on custom design feasibility and manufacturing processes. Compensation & Incentives Signing Bonus: $10,000 signing bonus (terms and payment schedule to be detailed in offer letter). Essential Functions Production & Fabrication: Execute complex custom woodworking, shaping, assembly, and finishing tasks as outlined in department specifications. Quality Assurance: Maintain strict quality control standards for all finished products and components. Preventative Maintenance: Perform routine preventative maintenance on equipment and machinery as assigned by the department leader. Delivery Commitments: Work overtime as required to meet scheduled customer delivery timelines. Safety & Workplace Standards: Work safely at all times, adhere to all safety protocols, and maintain a clean, organized work area. Technical Consultation: Offer practical insight and advice to engineering and sales teams regarding custom millwork and door construction. Education & Work Experience High School Diploma or G.E.D. preferred. Proven prior experience in custom architectural woodwork or door manufacturing, specifically in: Shaping & Assembly Pre-Hang & Stopping-In Custom Veneering Processes Knowledge, Skills & AbilitiesVeneering & Pressing Operations Veneer Techniques: Slip-matched, book-matched, veneer stitching, and veneer softening. Equipment Operation: Guillotine/shear, veneering panel press, and edge bander. Veneer Restoration: Skilled in detailed veneer repair. Fire Door & Core Preparation Fire door core preparation and fire jamb fabrication. Pressing fire door cores and pressing faces on flush doors. Pre-Hang & Assembly Fittings & Hardware: Pre-fitting jambs, door stops, thresholds, and manual machining for miscellaneous hardware and weather stripping. Assembly: Exterior and interior jamb assembly. Molding & Glass Application Glazing & Panels: Application of interior and exterior glass and panels (Single Glazed / Insulated Glass). Custom Molding: Curved/irregular molding application, cut/cope/apply Simulated Divided Lites (SDL), and manual cope removal using hand routing techniques. Specialty Installations: Installation of specialty components, including mirrors with black die molding. Required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Safety glasses Hearing protection Protective gloves #J-18808-Ljbffr Select Door