Carpenter Apprentice

Starting Pay $20-$24/hour based on skills and experience **Please monitor your email for communications regarding your application** No phone inquiries please

Carpenter Apprentice

Job Purpose The Manufacturing Associate is responsible for executing the daily tasks assigned by the plant manager.

Essential Functions: Corrugated

• Feed Corrugated machine
• Fold Inserts
• Package product Wood:
• Cut wood to length on saw per work orders
• Assemble skids and crates per work orders General:
• Move raw materials and finished product with hand trucks or forklift (see forklift note below)
• Stage raw materials for assembly
• Package finished goods for shipment
• Stock completed items in the appropriate place
• Complete and turn in paperwork including
• Actual quantity
• Time sheets
• Clean up work area (corrugated/wood/General Shop)

Other Responsibilities

• Forklift operation (once certified)
• Cleanliness of work area
• Assist other work areas as required to complete production requirements
• Safety
• Safe operation of all equipment
• Safety of employees
• Eye & hearing protection
• Repairing and adjusting equipment

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• High school graduate (or equivalent).
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience in operation and maintenance of wood cutting and/or assembly equipment.
• Basic mechanical aptitude.
• Able to perform skilled work of moderate difficulty. A high degree of initiative and creativity is required due to the complex nature of the situations/conditions of the position.
• Must have the ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to effectively solve problems, think clearly and positively in high-pressure, time-sensitive situations.
• Meets deadlines and fulfills commitments.
• Exhibits enthusiasm and an ability to work cooperatively with others.
• Ability to communicate well with co-workers and customers.
• Exhibits care and strong attention to detail.
• Current forklift certification or ability to become certified