Carpenter's Shop Manager

Adult & Teen Challenge; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Adult & Teen Challenge Manchester is seeking an experienced Carpentry Shop Supervisor to lead staff and residents in vocational training, oversee the production of the shop’s product line, manage raw materials, and keep inventory updated. You will ensure machines and tools stay safe, and foster a positive, educational environment for both staff and residents.

The role requires supervisory carpentry experience, strong safety awareness, and the ability to mentor residents in practical woodworking

Qualifications

• Verbal communication and organization are required.
• Supervisory experience in carpentry is essential.
• Safety regulations and proper codes knowledge are needed.

Responsibilities

• Schedules and plans work for carpentry staff and residents.
• Develops work schedules, equipment usage, and safety procedures.
• Estimates material and labor for projects.
• Monitors materials acquisition and usage.
• Trains staff and residents on new methods and safety changes.
• Enforces Adult & Teen Challenge policies and safety standards.
• Inspects plans for quality and adherence to specs.
• Maintains a positive work environment for staff and residents.
• Works alongside residents in production.
• Maintains vocational training files and forms.
• Leads carpentry devotions and supports residents' progress.
• Assists residents with navigating program rules and expectations.
• Maintains engagement and approachability during shifts.
• Documents disciplinary decisions and restorative actions.
• Directly reports to the Director and participates in personnel decisions.

Skills

Verbal communication

Google Workspace

Calm under pressure

Self-motivated

Empathy

Physical stamina

Supervisory skills

Carpentry knowledge

Cutting board-making

Estimating time/materials

Safety awareness

Team leadership

Bible knowledge (practical)

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Four-year carpentry technical training

Two years carpentry supervisory experience

OSHA-10/OSHA-40 training

Job description

Manchester, United States

• Client Name Adult & Teen Challenge New England and New Jersey
• Industry Faith Based Residential Recovery
• City Manchester
• State/Province New Hampshire
• Country United States

Job Description

Position Summary: Manages The Carpenter Shop staff and residents in vocational training. Oversees the

production of The Carpenter Shop product line, the ordering of all raw materials

needed, and keeping an updated inventory. Ensures the machines and tools are

maintained and remain in safe working condition. Provides a safe and educational

environment for Staff and Residents.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES

• Verbal and communication skills
• Google Platform skills (e-mail and calendar)
• Able to maintain composure under pressure
• Self-motivated
• Non-judgmental, reflexive, and empathetic
• Aptitude to empathize with residents and help them open up
• Able to lift 50 lbs. frequently and consistently
• Knowledge of supervisory principles, practices, and techniques
• Knowledge of the tools, equipment, and materials common to the carpentry trade
• Knowledge of cutting board-making techniques
• Skills in the construction, repair, restoration, and installation of wood or related materials
• Skill in estimating time and material requirements of work projects assigned
• Able to lead a corporate prayer or group devotion
• Knowledge of the Bible including practical applications

RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Schedules, assigns, and plans the work of carpentry shop personnel performing a variety of carpentry projects.
2. Plans and develops work schedules, equipment usage schedules, priority of carpentry expenditures, and procedures for equipment maintenance.
3. Estimates material and labor.
4. Monitors the acquisition and use of materials.
5. Trains or informs staff and residents of new work methods or procedures, changes in safety regulations, work policies, and the like.
6. Communicate Adult & Teen Challenge policies to assigned personnel and enforces safety regulations and adherence to proper codes and standards.
7. Reviews plans and specifications for The Carpentry Shop product line, and inspects to ensure quality work and specifications compliance.
8. Maintains a positive working atmosphere among staff and residents.
9. Works alongside staff and vocational residents in the production of The Carpenter’s Shop product line.
10. Complete and maintain resident vocational and training files and forms.
11. Lead/share in carpentry shop devotions.
12. Aids Residents in navigating Adult & Teen Challenge rules and expectations.
13. Responsible for fostering a positive and peaceful environment, remaining engaged and approachable throughout your shift.
14. Responsible for administering any disciplinary reports by sitting with the resident to explain, instruct, and understand. Always taking the approach of restoring the resident to appropriate behavior and helping them to understand what could have been done differently.
15. Reports directly to the Director, maintains frequent daily communication with the Director and reports to the director on all questions, concerns and areas of oversight. Makes recommendations on all personnel decisions in The Carpenter Shop.

Requirements

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, & TRAINING

• High School Diploma or GED Equivalence
• Completion of a four-year federally approved technical training program in carpentry
• Two years of progressively responsible carpentry experience, which includes one year of supervisory experience or any equivalent combination of experience and/or education from which comparable knowledge, skills, and abilities have been achieved
• Experience in manufacturing a plus
• OSHA-40 - must be achieved within 90 days of employment