Manufacturing Shop Associate

California Closet Company, Inc.; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance – Medical, Dental, and Vision

PTO days and paid holidays

Retirement plan with profit share

Company tools and PPE provided

40 hours/week with overtime potential

Day shift hours

Promotional opportunities

Working with luxury products

Job summary

California Closet Company, Inc. is seeking a Shop Associate in Town of Islip, NY, to play a key role in the production of high-quality products. The ideal candidate will have basic carpentry experience and the ability to operate small power tools safely.

The job includes assembling products, operating machinery, and maintaining a clean work environment. Benefits include health insurance, PTO, retirement plans, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Experience with hand tools and power tools.
• Forklift experience and certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build drawers.
• Cut rail and pole.
• Sort, clean and organize products.
• Inspect inventory for conformance to company standards.
• Operate saws, edge banders, CNC machines. (Training provided)
• Operate a forklift to help move and store inventory.
• Stage products.

Skills

Basic carpentry experience

Ability to safely operate small power tools

Forklift experience and certification

Tools

Power tools

Forklift

Job description

• Franchise Legal Entity: Closet Quest Inc.
• Hourly Pay Range Minimum: 20
• Compensation: USD 20 - USD 25 - hourly

Company Description

Founded in 1978, California Closets has built a reputation as the leader and design authority in premium space management, delivering custom-designed organizational solutions and exceptional service. We believe home is more than just a place — it should be a source of creativity, comfort, and connection. From beautiful walk-in closets and entertainment centers to versatile pantries and home offices, we design custom storage solutions that add value to your life and home by making space for what belongs. Think of it as ‘practical magic.’

Job Description

As a Shop Associate, you will play a key role in ensuring the production of high-quality products. The ideal candidate will have basic carpentry experience and the ability to safely operate small power tools. This is a hands‑on position that may involve:

• Assembling and building products using tools and equipment
• Cleaning and preparing products for delivery or installation
• Operating machinery to produce and cut materials
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment

We value a strong work ethic and a positive attitude. If you have a willingness to learn, we offer paid, on‑the‑job training to help you develop the skills you need to succeed.

What We Offer:

California Closets has both company‑owned and franchise locations. This location is franchise‑owned, therefore earns the following benefits:

• Health insurance – Medical, Dental, and Vision
• PTO days and paid holidays
• Retirement plan with profit share
• Company tools and PPE provided
• 40 hours/week with overtime potential
• Day shift hours
• Grow your career with us – many promotional opportunities are available
• Working with luxury products

Franchises are independently owned and operated and may offer different benefits.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Build drawers
• Cut rail and pole
• Sort, clean and organize products
• Inspect inventory for conformance to company standards
• Operate saws, edge banders, CNC machines. (Training provided)
• Operate a forklift to help move and store inventory
• Stage products
• Other tasks as assigned by the Supervisor

Qualifications

Experience with hand tools and power tools.

Forklift experience and certification a plus!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We E-Verify. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.