What are the responsibilities and job description for the Lead Carpenter-Shop Worker position at Veterans Prime, Inc.?
Overview
Immediate Hiring Need for a Lead Carpenter
Full Time Position with Great Benefits Plan
Location: Trenton, NJ
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***