Builder

A Brooklyn Navy Yard Development Corporation business is seeking a Builder proficient in fine woodworking with 3- 5+ years’ experience. This individual exhibits a thorough understanding of wood science and fine woodworking techniques, is self-motivated and enjoys working as part of a respectful and collaborative team. We’re looking for a candidate who is intentional, focused, engaged and curious.

Essential Functions:
• Multi-task, prioritize deadlines with simultaneous work assignments in a goal-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Construct pieces from start to finish autonomously at times and collaboratively at times.
• Build with consistency, maintain/improve speed and accuracy from project to project.
• Learn and adapt to new methods and techniques.
• Devise and build jigs as necessary to find efficiencies within the build.
• Mill and prepare lumber/sheet goods utilizing saws, jointers, planers and sanding machinery.
• Join, construct, and glue-up furniture according to shop drawings.
• Sand and prep work for finishing when necessary.
• With a keen eye for detail, ensure every product meets our exacting standards.
• Work within production timelines/ goals, keep an accurate account of hours through Harvest Time app.
• Utilize and maintain hand tools and operate machinery in accordance with safety standards for self and team at all times.
• Self assess and make adjustments as necessary to address or correct fabrication hurdles in order to maintain our quality standards.
• Work with other team members to expedite the production schedule.
• Skill share and provide practical training with other team members whenever helpful or necessary.
• Provide feedback within a team setting to continually improve processes.
• Willingness to take direction and follow standard operating procedures.
• Assist with lumber deliveries and basic machine maintenance.
• Take ownership of general upkeep of the premises and participate in team upkeep efforts.
• Assist with and grow skillsets in other areas of production as needed (finishing, final assembly, and material management) with the goal of being a cross departmental team member.

Qualities of the Ideal Candidate:
• Broad spectrum of wood working techniques and wood science proficiency.
• Ability to work well both autonomously and collaboratively.
• Proficient reading of shop drawings.
• Willingness to take direction and follow standard operating procedures.
• Approaches everything with a curiosity mindset while progressively building skill sets.
• Willing and eager to continuously improve self-work, teamwork, share opinions to help improve processes and/or ask for help when needed.
• Understands the value of a well-organized, clean environment.
• Keen eye for accuracy and detail using critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Willing, focused, engaged and mindful.

Physical Demands:
Physical requirements include regularly lifting / carrying of up to 50 pounds of furniture and other heavy materials; ability to push and pull carts weighing up to 250 pounds; visual acuity, speech, and hearing; hand and eye coordination; and manual dexterity necessary to operate machinery. Subject to sitting, standing (8 hrs. /day), reaching, bending, stooping, squatting, stretching, walking, twisting, and kneeling to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment:
This job operates out of our Manufacturing Facility in Brooklyn, NY. This is a full- time, 40-hours a week position. The builder role is an in-person position and cannot be performed remotely.

Pay and Benefits:
• $25 – $30 / hour commensurate with experience
• Paid Company Holidays
• Paid Sick Leave
• Paid Time Off after a year of employment
• Health Insurance (subsidized by employer by $400 / month contribution)
• Retirement Plan (401k) with Employer Match
• Dental (employee paid if elected)
• Vision (employee paid if elected)
• Life Insurance (employee paid if elected)
• Short-Term Disability (Employer paid)

Application Instructions:
We ask that you include the below when applying for this position:
• Briefly introduce yourself and share why you’re a good match for this role
• Resume
• References
• Portfolio – Please provide photos of your hardwood furniture projects