CASEFITTER - TRAINEE

Vanguard Furniture Co Inc; Morganton (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanguard Furniture Co Inc in Morganton, NC, is seeking a CASEFITTER - TRAINEE to train in case fitting, sanding, waxing, and assembly activities. You will learn to read tickets, identify parts, and apply finishes while working safely in an 8+ hour shift.

Ideal candidates can learn quickly, understand part placement, and follow packing specs. English literacy is required; willingness to learn is valued and encouraged in this hands-on manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must learn quickly and recognize parts and style numbers.
• Understand correct placement of parts, right/left, front/back.
• English required for reading tickets and instructions.
• Must be able to understand and follow packing specifications.
• Willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Use schedule to pull cases on buggies into work area; read tickets for instructions.
• Push case on buggy into work area.
• Inspect case for defects.
• Use sandpaper/steel wool to remove rough areas.
• Do minor touch up as needed.
• Apply wax to entire piece; pull drawers and wax inside/out.
• Follow safety rules and report hazards.
• Maintain neat workstation and clean equipment.

Skills

Learn quickly

Parts identification

Reading English

Attention to detail

Job description

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CASEFITTER - TRAINEE

Morganton, NC, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1275

Position Summary:Training for purposes of learning how torub furniture as required using sandpaper, wool, and wax. Training to hang doors and put on hardware.

** Trainees will be responsible for learning how to accurately and efficiently:

Position Responsibilities:

• Use schedule to pull cases on buggies into work area. Read tickets and/or job notes prior to packing for any special instructions.
• Push case on buggy into work area.
• Look over case for any defects.
• Use sandpaper/steel wool as necessary to eliminate any rough areas.
• Do any minor touch up as needed.
• Apply wax to entire piece.
• Pull drawers and sand and wax inside and out.
• Perform all duties safely and report any safety hazards to your immediate supervisor, including proper lifting techniques.
• Complete other assigned duties as directed by supervisor.
• Maintains neat and orderly workstation; keeps equipment clean.
• Wear the required safety glasses and work shoes; works safely and reports unsafe conditions to Dept. Supervisor. Also performs required stretching exercises.
• Performs other duties as required by supervisor.

Essential Skills and Experience:

• Must have ability to learn quickly and recognize parts and style numbers.
• Understand correct placement of parts, right / left sides, front / back.
• English required for reading tickets and instructions.
• Must be able to understand and follow packing specifications.

Valued but not Required Skills and Experience:

• Willingness to learn.

Physical demands and work environment:

• Lift / Carry: Must be able to lift/remove and flip over pieces for cartooning.
• Standing / Walking:Must be able to stand and walk consistently during the 8+ hour day.
• Reach / Handle / Grasp/Feel: Repetitive use of hands required. Must be able to use drills, screwdrivers, staple guns throughout the day.
• Bend / Lift / Stoop:Gathering supplies throughout day from various heights.
• Push/Pull:Must be able to push buggies into and off lift at workstation.
• Environment:Indoors, controlled airflow, no air conditioning.
• Climbing:Must be able to climb up/down ladders between 2 – 8 feet tall using 3-point contact method to reach various heights requiring sanding or waxing.
• Tool Usage:Required to use glue gun, staple gun, rubber mallet, hammer, screwdriver, channel locks, adjustable wrenches, and other tools for entire shift.
• Automation:Provided scissor lift for positioning in some booths.
• Color Determination:Must distinguish colors and finishes for match, accuracy and quality.
• Near Acuity: Requires close vision of less than 3 feet, with or without corrective lenses, for precision.