Lead Carpenter

Global Power Components; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Power Components in Milwaukee, WI is seeking an experienced Lead Carpenter to oversee construction, renovation, and facility improvements at our Milwaukee-area manufacturing sites. This is a hands-on leadership role directing carpenters and crews while actively performing rough and finish carpentry work.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of professional carpentry or construction experience, with prior lead roles and strong blueprint-reading and safety knowledge.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional carpentry or construction experience including rough and finish carpentry.
• Experience as Lead Carpenter, Construction Lead, Carpenter Foreman, or similar working-lead role preferred.
• Ability to direct and coordinate small construction or skilled-trades crews.
• Strong knowledge of commercial or industrial building construction, repair, and remodeling.
• Proficiency with hand and power tools used in carpentry and construction.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, measurements, and construction sketches.
• Experience with framing, drywall, doors, trim, cabinetry, and general facility construction.
• Strong knowledge of building and workplace safety requirements.
• Ability to organize multiple projects and prioritize work across facilities.
• Experience with basic project tracking and work orders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate daily activities for carpenters and crews across Milwaukee facilities.
• Assign work, set priorities, and ensure safe, on-time project completion.
• Provide hands-on leadership for rough and finish carpentry tasks.
• Inspect facilities to identify repair needs and plan improvements.
• Construct, repair, and modify walls, ceilings, doors, windows, floors, and millwork.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and project specs.
• Coordinate activities with maintenance staff, electricians, plumbers, and contractors.
• Monitor workmanship and progress to meet quality and safety standards.
• Maintain organized work areas and ensure safety compliance.

Skills

Carpentry leadership

Blueprint reading

Power tools proficiency

Crew coordination

Safety compliance

Tools

Saw(s)

Router

Grinder

Drill

Nailer

Job description

Title: Lead Carpenter

Company: Global Power Components

Location: Milwaukee, WI (onsite 5 days/week)

Hire Type: Temp-to-Hire (3+ months)

Overview:

Global Power Components is a privately held, growing manufacturer of UL steel fuel tanks, trailers, large generator enclosures, and modular metal enclosures for housing fully equipped electrical distribution and control equipment. As a result of continued growth and expansion, we are seeking an experienced Lead Carpenter to oversee construction, renovation, and facility improvement projects across our Milwaukee‑area manufacturing facilities. This is a hands‑on leadership role responsible for directing carpenter and construction crews while also actively performing rough and finish carpentry work.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate daily work activities for carpenters and construction crew members across multiple manufacturing facilities.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and ensure projects are completed safely, efficiently, and according to schedule.
• Provide hands‑on leadership and technical direction for rough and finish carpentry projects.
• Inspect buildings and facilities to identify structural, carpentry, and general construction repair needs.
• Construct, repair, and modify walls, ceilings, doors, windows, floors, partitions, and other building components.
• Install and repair drywall, framing, doors, pre‑hung wood and steel doors, trim, cabinetry, shelving, countertops, and millwork.
• Perform exterior construction and repair work involving siding, fencing, decking, and other facility structures.
• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, sketches, layouts, and project specifications.
• Coordinate construction activities with internal maintenance personnel, electricians, plumbers, contractors, and other skilled trades.
• Monitor workmanship and project progress to ensure quality standards and building requirements are met.
• Identify required materials, tools, equipment, and labor needed to complete projects.
• Maintain safe, organized work areas and ensure crews follow company safety procedures and applicable building and safety requirements.
• Assist with training and developing carpenter and construction crew members.
• Provide project updates and communicate scheduling, material, or construction issues to management.
• Remain actively involved in construction and carpentry work rather than functioning solely in a supervisory capacity.

Required Skills & Experience:

• 5+ years of professional carpentry or construction experience, including extensive rough and finish carpentry experience.
• Previous experience serving as a Lead Carpenter, Construction Lead, Carpenter Foreman, or similar working‑lead position preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to direct and coordinate small construction or skilled‑trades crews.
• Strong knowledge of commercial or industrial building construction, repair, and remodeling.
• Proficiency with saws, routers, grinders, drills, nailers, and other hand and power tools.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, measurements, and construction sketches.
• Experience with framing, drywall installation, doors, trim, cabinetry, and general facility construction.
• Strong working knowledge of building and workplace safety requirements.
• Ability to organize multiple projects and prioritize work across different facilities.
• Ability to use computer‑based systems for work orders and basic project tracking.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to lift and carry construction materials, climb ladders, work from elevated positions, and perform physically demanding work in an industrial manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working in manufacturing, industrial, commercial, or large facility environments.
• Experience coordinating subcontractors and other skilled trades.
• Experience estimating project labor and material requirements.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong leadership and communication skills with the ability to keep crews productive while maintaining quality and safety standards.