Description

Summary

The Cabinet Maker sets up and operates a variety of woodworking machines and uses hand-tools to fabricate high end retail store displays. This position will integrate various materials into the store displays including plastics, metals and electronics. The Cabinet Maker demonstrates a commitment to the PD core values of integrity, passion, possibility and the ability to work at the speed of retail.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities

• Fosters a culture that values family, innovation, collaboration and empowerment
• Follows all safety and workplace policies
• Studies blueprints or drawings of articles to be constructed or repaired, and plans sequence of cutting or shaping operations to be performed
• Marks outline or dimensions of parts on paper or lumber stock
• Matches materials for color, grain, or texture
• Sets up and operates woodworking machines such as power saws, jointer, mortiser, tenoner, molder, and shaper, to cut and shape parts from wood stock
• Trims component parts of joints to ensure snug fit
• Bores holes for insertion of screws or dowels
• Glues, fits, and clamps parts and subassemblies together to form complete unit
• Drives nails or other fasteners into joints at designated places to reinforce joints
• Sands and scrapes surfaces and joints of articles to prepare articles for finishing
• Repairs high grade articles of furniture
• Dips, brushes, or sprays assembled articles with protective or decorative materials such as stain, varnish, or paint
• Installs hardware such as hinges, catches, and drawer pulls

Competencies and Skills

• Ability to demonstrate and apply our workplace values
• Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations
• Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment
• Excellent cabinet making skills with emphasis on quality
• Operation of various woodworking equipment and hand tools is required
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work within tight deadlines
• Ability to read and comprehend prints
• Excellent work ethic and positive attitude
• Follows all safety and workplace policies

Education/Certification

• 2 year technical/business degree or equivalent experience.

Experience

• 3-5 years' experience in a production/manufacturing environment or similar.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

• Walking, sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling and lifting may be required throughout the workday.
• Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.

Qualifications