Woodworker

Fortune Brands; California (MO); On-site; USD 39,520 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is seeking skilled woodworkers to read blueprints, measure and cut wood, operate machines, assemble components, finish surfaces, and inspect quality.

The role involves handling hardware installation, material matching, and occasional CAD design input to meet exact specifications. The successful candidate will have proven woodworking experience, strong measurement skills, and the ability to maintain high quality across complex projects in a manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in woodworking and fabricating wood products.
• Strong ability to read blueprints, plans, and work orders.
• Expertise in measuring, marking, and cutting wood to exact specifications.
• Skilled in assembling wood components and installing hardware.
• Good knowledge of finishing techniques including staining and painting.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specs to determine dimensions and procedures.
• Measure and mark dimensions on paper or wood stock for accuracy before cutting.
• Set up and operate woodworking machinery (power saws, jointers, mortisers, tenoners, molders, shapers).
• Cut and trim timber and joints using hand tools and machinery to precise sizes.
• Assemble components and attach parts using glue, dowels, nails, screws, or clamps.
• Reinforce joints and ensure parts fit snugly for high-quality finish.
• Install hardware such as hinges, handles, and drawer pulls.
• Sand, scrape, and trim surfaces; apply stains, varnish, or paint.
• Inspect dimensions and quality; adjust for precise fit and finish.
• Estimate material requirements and order supplies as needed.
• Match materials for color, grain, and texture across finished products.
• Repair or alter wooden furniture and fixtures as needed.
• Discuss project specs with customers or designers and design using CAD when needed.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Precision measuring

Woodworking machinery

Joinery

Hardware installation

Finishing techniques

Quality control

Mathematical accuracy

Tools

CAD software

Job description

• Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and specifications to determine dimensions, cuts, and assembly procedures.


• Measure and mark dimensions of parts on paper or wood stock to ensure accuracy and quality before cutting.


• Woodworking & Machinery Operation:
  
  
  
  • Set up and operate woodworking machinery, including power saws, jointers, mortisers, tenoners, molders, and shapers, to cut, mold, and shape wood or wood substitutes.
  
  
  • Cut and trim timber, parts of joints, and other materials to precise sizes and shapes using hand tools and machinery.
  
  
  
  


• Assembly & Construction:
  
  
  
  • Assemble components and attach parts using glue, dowels, nails, screws, or clamps to form completed units.
  
  
  • Reinforce joints and ensure parts fit snugly together for a high-quality finished product.
  
  
  • Install hardware such as hinges, handles, and drawer pulls using hand tools.
  
  
  
  


• Finishing & Detailing:
  
  
  
  • Sand, scrape, and trim surfaces or joints to prepare woodwork for finishing.
  
  
  • Apply protective or decorative finishes (e.g., stain, varnish, paint) to completed articles.
  
  
  • Perform final touch-ups with sandpaper or steel wool for a smooth finish.
  
  
  
  


• Quality Control:
  
  
  
  • Verify dimensions, quality, and fit of parts to ensure adherence to specifications.
  
  
  • Inspect workpieces for accuracy, defects, and overall quality throughout the production process.
  
  
  • Make necessary adjustments to ensure precise fit and finish of parts.
  
  
  
  


• Estimate material requirements for production and order necessary supplies.


• Match materials for color, grain, and texture to ensure consistency and quality across finished products.


• Repair or alter wooden furniture, cabinetry, fixtures, and other wooden pieces as needed.


• Customer Specifications & Design:
  
  
  
  • Confer with customers or designers to determine project specifications and requirements.
  
  
  • Design furniture and other wood products using computer-aided drawing programs as needed.
  
  
  
  

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in woodworking and fabricating wood products, including the use of various woodworking machines.


• Strong ability to read and interpret blueprints, plans, and work orders.


• Expertise in measuring, marking, and cutting wood to exact specifications.


• Skilled in assembling wood components and installing hardware.


• Ability to work with various finishing techniques, including staining, painting, and lacquering.


• Attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, precise work.


• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to address issues during the fabrication process.


• Ability to lift and maneuver heavy wood pieces and work with physical stamina.


• Strong mathematical skills for accurate measurements and calculations.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with computer-aided design (CAD) for furniture design and product specifications.


• Knowledge of Masonite, Formica, or vinyl surfacing materials.


• Experience programming machinery for automated production tasks.

Experience:

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

• The employee frequently is required to walk or stand for long periods of time.


• The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs., occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

Additional Information

COMPANY DESCRIPTION:

Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading home, security and digital products company. We’re focused on exciting opportunities within the home, security and commercial building markets. Our driving purpose is to elevate every life by transforming spaces into havens. We believe our work and our brands can have incredibly positive impacts for not just our business and shareholders, but for people and the planet, too.

At Fortune Brands, we’re building something big. We’re advancing exciting innovations in all of our products and processes. We’re delivering trust, dependability, sustainability, and style. To make it all happen, we’ve transformed our workplace into an environment where smart, ambitious people have the support to reach their fullest potential.

When you join Fortune Brands, you become part of a high-performing team empowered to think big, learn fast and make bold decisions. We support an inclusive culture where everyone is encouraged be their authentic selves, and where our differences and unique perspectives are a key strength.

Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range: 19.00 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based sales incentive plan.

At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.

Fortune Brands is built on industry-leading brands and innovation within the high-growth categories of water, outdoors and security. The Company makes innovative products for residential and commercial environments, with a growing focus on digital solutions and products that add luxury, contribute to safety and enhance sustainability. To learn more, visit our website at fbin.com .

Fortune Brands is an equal opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

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