Cabinet Maker

Universal Services Associates, Inc. is (www.buildwithusa.com) is a nationally renowned museum exhibit fabrication firm located just outside of Philadelphia, PA. We are searching for an experienced

Cabinet Maker in the exhibit or display making industry. The preferred candidate will be a graduate of a trade school or apprenticeship program. We need a high-end journeyman or journeywoman with the ability to construct a project from AutoCAD drawings.

Overview:

We are seeking experienced, dependable craftspeople with a good attitude. The candidate must have experience fabricating museum exhibits, displays, retail interiors or corporate structures using materials such as plywood, hardwoods, acrylic, and metal. The candidate must follow established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean workspace. They must have a valid and current driver's license in good standing and demonstrated ability to anticipate and solve practical problems. Some travel is required.

Responsibilities:

• To fabricate large-scale exhibit exhibits and displays for a variety of clients and applications.

• Manages workload on multiple projects seamlessly.

• Mechanical aptitude to utilize creative problem solving to find the best approach to the fabrication of each project.

• Maintains accountability for the final exhibit outcome.

• Successfully completes projects within the allotted hours assigned to the job.

• Interacts and communicates well with the project leads and design-detailing department.

• Willingness to be cross trained.

Qualifications:

• High School graduate and/or a certificate from a trade school or apprenticeship program.

• Must have a valid driver's license in good standing.

• Must be able to read and understand shop drawings. Build cabinets with the ability to take jobs from beginning to end with minimum supervision, self-starter.

• Working with solids and veneers in a custom wood shop, producing high quality furniture and cabinets.

• Operate a wide variety of woodworking machines in a safe and efficient manner.

• Work in conjunction with CNC parts as well as manual cut parts

• Attention to detail throughout that fabrication process to hold required dimensions

• Knowledge of lamination processes and ability to work with custom HPLs including pre lamination, post lamination and manual edge banding.

• Minimum 5 years working experience in a custom woodshop.

• Ability to handle and apply graphics with care

• Experience with spray finishes, lacquer and prepping for wood finishing a plus

• Welding experience is a major plus

• Must be able to lift 30 lbs. or more

• Ability to work in a busy environment with strict deadlines

• Operate machinery to cut, shape, and form wood, composite and metal pieces into desired shapes.

• Perform quality control checks on finished products.

• Maintain a clean and safe work environment.

• Proficiency in Microsoft programs.

• 5 plus years in custom fabrication services.

• Ability to read and understand production assembly drawings and specifications (CAD).

• Strong knowledge of fabrication and materials applications.

• Strong organizational and communication skills.

• Consistent attention to detail and a dedication to excellence.

• Ability to work well with project leads.

• Experience in a fast-paced production/shop environment.

• Must possess a respectful disposition with all team members.

• Adobe suites and CNC programing knowledge are a plus.

• Understands the workflow from design to preconstruction to fabrication.

• Training in the operation of forklifts and scissor lifts a plus.

• Safety certification/knowledge a plus.

Company Benefits:

• Dental insurance

• Disability insurance

• Health insurance

• Life insurance

• Sick Time

• Paid time off

• Vision insurance

• 401 K with matching funds

Schedule:

• Full Time

• 10-hour shifts

• Monday through Thursday

• 7:00 am to 5:30 pm

• Overtime on as needed basis

• Location: Folcroft, PA

Salary:

• Hourly Pay

• Non-Exempt Status

• Hourly Rate = $22 to $30 @ hour

• Dependent on experience

For more information or to apply, email your resume and/or cover letter to: jobinquiry@buildwithusa.com