What are the responsibilities and job description for the Frame Builder position at American Leather Operations LLC?
JOB TITLE: Framer
DEPARTMENT: Wood Shop
FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt
SUMMARY
Under the direction of the Wood Shop Supervisor or Lead, the Framer is responsible for the safe and efficient assembly of wood frames using a variety of hand tools and power tools. Farmers are required to work forty hours a week and flexible for overtime as required.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Receives cut plywood from router operator.
- Sorts wood in order to assemble maintenance adjustments such as cleaning filters.
- Reads diagrams of styles and sku’s to determine appropriate procedures for attaching parts.
- Operates hand tools, nail guns, staple guns.
- Count and report rejected parts (notify assistant supervisor)
- Clean and maintain work area.
- All other duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES
- Manual dexterity with the ability to operate hand and power tools including nail guns, staple guns.
- Ability to work independently.
- Flexibility to work a changing work schedule according to production demands.
- Ability to work collaboratively with departments.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work in cold and hot environments (non-climate controlled)
- Ability to work with strict deadlines.
- Ability to lift a minimum of 30 lbs.
- Ability to work in a production environment using safety equipment including
- Protective eyewear, ear plugs and safety gloves as required.
EFFORT
- Continuous standing for extended periods of time (minimum 10-hour shift)
- Frequent lifting and turning using arms and torso (minimum 10-hour shift)
- Frequent bending, pushing, leaning, and twisting (minimum 10-hour shift)
Minimum requirements
- Five years of production/framing experience
- Ability to read diagrams and drawings.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
