Fixture Builder

ahead; New Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Ahead, located in New Bedford, Massachusetts, is seeking a Fixture Builder responsible for building and repairing retail display fixtures, ensuring quality craftsmanship and timely project completion. The role includes supervising employees, conducting plant maintenance, and preparing fixtures for events.

The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of experience in woodworking, is detail-oriented, and capable of working in a fast-paced environment. The position offers competitive compensation between $25.00 - $31.93 per hour.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Minimum 3 years in carpentry or 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.
• Additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Ability to build from sketches/blueprints

Excellent attention to detail

Ability to work under tight deadlines

Excellent verbal communication skills

Excellent organizational skills

Must possess initiative, energy, and drive

Ability to multi-task under pressure

Ability to maintain a safe work environment

Woodworking Shop safety knowledge

Tool and machinery usage

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Minimum 3 years in carpentry/woodworking industry

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

JOB SUMMARY

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.

COMPENSATION

$25.00 - $31.93

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.
• Pro Shop installs
• 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 verbal communication skills
• 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
• Color vision
• Peripheral vision
• Depth perception
• Ability to adjust focus

PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT

• Safety Glasses
• Dust masks and earplugs
• No loose clothing
• No headphones
• 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

SCHEDULE

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

DISCLAIMER

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended or to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

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