Wood Shop Worker

Primary Responsibilities

• Works under moderate supervision to ensure projects meet customer specifications, quality standards, and deadlines.
• Provide guidance and support to Wood Shop team members.
• Operate woodworking machinery such as saws, sanders, planers, lathes, and routers to cut, shape, and smooth wooden parts.
• Assemble wooden components using hand tools, glue, nails, screws, and clamps, ensuring precise alignment and fit.
• Apply stains, varnishes, paints, or other finishes to wood products, ensuring an even and smooth application.
• Interpret and follow detailed blueprints, drawings, and specifications to ensure accurate production of wood products.
• Select, measure, and cut wood and other materials according to specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance on woodworking equipment, ensuring tools are in good working order.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines and regulations to maintain a safe and clean working environment.
• Inspect finished products for quality, adjusting, as necessary, to meet the required standards.
• Monitor and manage inventory of wood, hardware, and other materials, reporting shortages or needs to supervisors.

Required Skills

• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• A minimum of 5+ years' experience in cabinetry and/or woodworking field.
• Must possess mechanical aptitude.
• Must be able to read a tape measure and protractor.
• Must have the ability to use air and electric hand tools.
• Must be able to solve complex issues.
• Must be able to learn the job quickly.
• Must be safety conscious with good housekeeping skills.
• Must have strong attention to detail and precision.
• Must effectively communicate and present interpretations of work.
• Must display initiative to learn and to take on more responsibilities.