Lead Carpenter-Shop Worker - Veterans Prime, Inc.

Overview

Immediate Hiring Need for a Lead Carpenter

Full Time Position with Great Benefits Plan

Our company is looking for a skilled Lead Carpenter to join our growing team. The Lead Carpenter will report directly to the Plant Manager and will learn responsibilities within all areas of the shop.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Cut wood to length on saw 
• Assemble skids and crates 
• Move raw materials and finished product with hand trucks or forklift
• Stage raw materials for assembly
• Package finished goods for shipment
• Stock completed items in the appropriate place
• Clean up work area 
• Forklift operation (once certified)

• Assist other work areas as required to complete production requirements

Qualifications:

• 5+ years’ carpentry, construction, or military background 
• 5+ years’ experience in operation and maintenance of wood cutting and assembly equipment (table saw, beam saw, upcut saw, etc.).
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Read blueprints
• Able to perform skilled work with a high degree of 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 
• Ability to effectively problem-solve
• Ability to communicate well with co-workers and customers.  
• Ability to lead, direct, mentor and supervise team members.
• Exhibits care and strong attention to detail

Preferred but Not Required:

• Forklift certification

***Veterans Are Encouraged to Apply***