Fixture Builder

Ahead LLC; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan with Company Match

PTO

Paid Sick Time

Paid Holidays

Employee Product Discounts

Job summary

Ahead LLC is hiring a Fixture Builder to construct and repair wooden retail display fixtures in our New Bedford facility. You will stage fixtures for golf events and assist with PGA Show setup, contributing to timely project completion.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 3+ years in carpentry/woodworking, and experience running woodworking machinery while maintaining a safe shop environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 3 years in carpentry/woodworking industry.
• Experience running woodworking machinery.

Responsibilities

• Build wooden retail display fixtures.
• Repair damaged fixtures.
• Stage and prepare fixtures for golf events.
• Perform plant maintenance when involving construction.
• PGA Show preparation.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Attention to detail

Deadline oriented

Organizational skills

Initiative and drive

Safety compliance

Woodworking tools handling

Team coordination

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

3+ years carpentry/woodworking experience

Experience operating woodworking machinery

Tools

Panel Saw

Table Saw

Edge Bander

Drill/Driver

Sanders

Hand Tools

Drill Press

Band Saw

Router

Jig Saw

Shaper

Air Nailer

Spray Gun

Job description

The Fixture Builder is responsible for building all new retail display fixtures and repairing damaged fixtures. This position is responsible for quality craftsmanship and the timely completion of all projects.

SCHEDULE

7:30 am – 4:00 pm Monday – Friday with Overtime (Saturday 7am – noon) as required.

LOCATION

- 270 Samuel Barnet Blvd, New Bedford, MA 02745

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Occasionally responsible for overseeing other employees when Management is away.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Build wooden retail display fixtures.
• Repair damaged fixtures.
• Stage and prepare fixtures for golf events.
• Perform plant maintenance when involving construction.
• PGA Show preparation.
• Additional duties as assigned.

MARGINAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• PGA Show set up.
• Assist Finisher(s) when schedule deems necessary.

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Ability to build from sketches/blueprints.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Must possess initiative, energy, and drive.
• Ability to multi-task under pressure in a high-volume, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to maintain a safe work environment.
• Must understand Woodworking Shop safety.
• Ability to use the following tools and machinery.
  • Panel Saw
  • Table Saw
  • Edge Bander
  • Drill/Driver
  • Sanders
  • Hand Tools
  • Drill Press
  • Band Saw
  • Router
  • Jig Saw
  • Shaper
  • Air Nailer
  • Spray Gun

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 3 years in carpentry/woodworking industry.
• Experience running woodworking machinery.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to walk for extended periods of time.
• Sometimes required to sit.
• Frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle, touch, pinch, or grasp.
• Frequently required to reach above shoulders.
• Occasionally required to climb or balance.
• Frequently required to stoop/kneel/crouch or crawl.
• Ability to talk and hear.
• Frequently required to lift or move up to 100 pounds.
• Sometimes required to lift or move more than 100 pounds.
• Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) as needed.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Exposure to loud noise levels.
• Exposure to wet and humid conditions.
• Exposure to fumes or airborne particles.
• Exposure to toxic or caustic chemicals.
• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions.
• Exposure to extreme cold or heat.
• Exposure to moving mechanical parts.
• Exposure to possible risk of electrical shock.
• Exposure to working in high, precarious places.

VISION REQUIREMENT

• Close and distance vision.
• Peripheral vision.
• Depth perception.
• Ability to adjust focus.

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

• Safety Glasses.
• Dust masks and earplugs.
• No loose clothing.
• Closed toe footwear is required when entering the Wooshop.

TRAVEL

• Ability to travel as needed; anticipated 4 times per year; including some weekends and for an extended duration. Travel can include trade shows and sales meetings including setting up and working these events.

OUR BENEFITS

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (eligible after 30 days)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Match
• Company-Paid and Voluntary Insurance Options at Discounted Rates
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Product Discounts

Ahead, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a socially responsible company

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Ahead, LLC participates in E-Verify

We verify the identity and employment authorization of individuals hired for employment in the United States.

Completion of a post-offer background check is required for all positions.

A satisfactory driving record is required for positions in which driving is an essential job function.