Fabricator

Company Description

Emtek is seeking a skilled and experienced Fabricator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive expertise in woodworking, blueprint interpretation, machinery operation, and the assembly of custom wood products. This role requires a high level of attention to detail, a passion for craftsmanship, and the ability to work with various wood materials to create high-quality products. The successful candidate will be instrumental in ensuring precision, quality control, and excellent finishing techniques throughout the manufacturing process.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities:

• Blueprint Interpretation & Measurement:
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine dimensions, cuts, and assembly procedures.
• Measure and mark dimensions of parts on paper or wood stock to ensure accuracy and quality before cutting.
• Woodworking & Machinery Operation:
• Set up and operate woodworking machinery, including power saws, jointers, mortisers, tenoners, molders, and shapers, to cut, mold, and shape wood or wood substitutes.
• Cut and trim timber, parts of joints, and other materials to precise sizes and shapes using hand tools and machinery.
• Assembly & Construction:
• Assemble components and attach parts using glue, dowels, nails, screws, or clamps to form completed units.
• Reinforce joints and ensure parts fit snugly together for a high-quality finished product.
• Install hardware such as hinges, handles, and drawer pulls using hand tools.
• Finishing & Detailing:
• Sand, scrape, and trim surfaces or joints to prepare woodwork for finishing.
• Apply protective or decorative finishes (e.g., stain, varnish, paint) to completed articles.
• Perform final touch-ups with sandpaper or steel wool for a smooth finish.
• Quality Control:
• Verify dimensions, quality, and fit of parts to ensure adherence to specifications.
• Inspect workpieces for accuracy, defects, and overall quality throughout the production process.
• Make necessary adjustments to ensure precise fit and finish of parts.
• Material Estimation & Planning:
• Estimate material requirements for production and order necessary supplies.
• Match materials for color, grain, and texture to ensure consistency and quality across finished products.
• Repair & Alteration:
• Repair or alter wooden furniture, cabinetry, fixtures, and other wooden pieces as needed.
• Customer Specifications & Design:
• Confer with customers or designers to determine project specifications and requirements.
• Design furniture and other wood products using computer-aided drawing programs as needed.
  

Qualifications

• Proven experience in woodworking and fabricating wood products, including the use of various woodworking machines.
• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and work orders.
• Expertise in measuring, marking, and cutting wood to exact specifications.
• Skilled in assembling wood components and installing hardware.
• Ability to work with various finishing techniques, including staining, painting, and lacquering.
• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, precise work.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to address issues during the fabrication process.
• Ability to lift and maneuver heavy wood pieces and work with physical stamina.
  
  

Additional Information

Strong mathematical skills for accurate measurements and

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Pay range is: $18.50- $20.00