Fabricator (Wood & Foam)

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Britten, Inc. is a veteran-owned (VOSB), creative production house dedicated to delivering innovative signage, displays, and event branding solutions that make our customers stand out in a crowd. For 35+ years, we've leveraged our state-of-the art design, printing, fabrication, and manufacturing capabilities to propel high-impact campaigns and promotional ideas into the world. Always on time, on strategy, and on budget, we build the stuff that helps people, communities, and businesses flourish and prosper.

Located in Traverse City, Michigan, this creative production studio known as Britten seeks talented individuals to join our team. We've built a reputation for saying "yes" to projects others won't touch. Our people make that possible, individuals who put a premium on thoughtful service, care about the people next to them, and are willing to go the extra mile on projects they touch. Click here to learn more about Britten, Inc.

What We Seek...

We are looking for individuals who are motivated and hardworking to help us fabricate world-class projects for retail environments, events, and more. The type of projects in our shop ranges from custom cabinetry to architectural millwork, to foam sculptures, to tradeshow booths, and more. The person in this position will be responsible for processing work safely and efficiently, while keeping with Britten's quality control standards. This is a key member of our team who will be flexible in terms of scope of work and will be able to work with a range of materials and tools, to help meet the needs of our customers.

Job Summary and Job Functions

Operate a variety of woodworking and foam sculpting machinery and tools to fabricate cabinetry, millwork, and foam sculptures

Match materials for color, grain, or texture

Glue, fit and clamp parts and sub-assemblies together to form complete unit using clamps or clamping machine

Sand and scrapes surfaces and joints of articles to prepare for finishing

Read and understand blueprints, drawings and/or written directions

Measuring parts to ensure accuracy and fit

Assemble and prep units for finishing with precision and attention to detail

Willingness and ability to follow all safety rules and regulations, all work must be done with thinking Safety First

Interest and ability to work long hours and weekends as needed

Align with and believe in the company core values: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, We Build People Up

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to be exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

Assembly work, woodworking, carpentry, sculpting and/or finish experience preferred

Ability to learn quickly

Good hand eye coordination

Great attention to detail

Outstanding work ethic and dependability

Proactive self-starter with a positive attitude

Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

Mechanical knowledge of machines and tools including their design, repair and maintenance preferred

Know how to read and understand blueprints, drawings, and written directions

Must be willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for extended periods

Align with and believe in the company core values: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, We Build People Up

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects

Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers

Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time

Feeling. Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature, or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips

Visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operates machines, such as lathes, drill presses, power saws, and mills where the seeing job is at or within arm's reach; performs mechanical or skilled trade tasks of a non-repetitive nature, such as carpenter, technicians, service people, plumbers, painters, mechanics, etc.

Visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned

Subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above ambient noise level

Talking. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly

Atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation

Compensation and Benefits

A competitive hourly rate and/or salary is being offered and a full benefits package for all full-time positions. Benefits Package Highlights:

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance coverage options

401K with employer match of contribution (Employer match equal to 50% of contributions to the plan, up to 6% of employee's pay)

Paid Holidays

Paid Time Off (Full time employees)

Educational Assistance

Life Insurance-company provided

Reimbursement for safety glasses and/or work boots (if position requires and qualifies) Company provided safety, skill development and/or leadership training opportunities

Britten, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristics as protected by federal, state or local law. Britten, Inc. is a drug free employer.