Carpenter Apprentice

Basin Holdings LLC; Glendora (NJ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 33,062; Full time

Job summary

Basin Holdings LLC is seeking a Carpenter Apprentice in Glendora, New Jersey. The role involves executing daily manufacturing tasks under the guidance of the plant manager, focusing on wood and corrugated products.

Essential duties include cutting wood, operating machinery, and maintaining safety standards. The ideal candidate possesses basic mechanical aptitude, has at least three years of relevant experience, and can work independently with little supervision.

Qualifications

• Minimum of three years’ experience in operation and maintenance of wood cutting and/or assembly equipment.
• Able to perform skilled work of moderate difficulty independently.
• Current forklift certification or ability to become certified.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily tasks assigned by the plant manager.
• Feed Corrugated machine and package product.
• Cut wood to length on saw per work orders.

Skills

Basic mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Education

High school graduate (or equivalent)

Tools

Wood cutting and assembly equipment

Forklift

Job description

Starting Pay $20-$24/hour based on skills and experience

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