Carpenter/cabinet Maker - Burlington, Canada - Exhibit Solutions Inc.

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OVERVIEW

Work Experience:5+ years of relevant finish carpentry, specifically in the exhibit, display or trade show industry. Hands-on technical skillset, encompassing fabrication and custom millwork.


Career Level:
Experienced Carpenter / Cabinet Maker


Job Type:
PermanentFull-time


Location:
This position is based out of our office in Burlington, Ontario.


JOB DESCRIPTION


The Carpenter/Millwork Fabricator for Exhibit Solutions Inc will be responsible for producing projects that range from basic cabinetry and crates to display cases and custom structures.

Projects start with a clear understanding of drawings, cut lists and product requirements, which will lead into production and execution of booth and display properties and finish with assembly and test fit of all components to ensure quality and precise installation.


THE RIGHT CANDIDATE


At Exhibit Solutions, you will need strong attention to detail, excellent interpersonal skills, and excellent knowledge and experience with display fabrication to be successful.


POSITION REQUIREMENTS & KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manufacture and assemble highquality custom structures
  • Analyze and interpret drawings, specifications and sample parts to determine tolerances
  • Set up and prepare CNC machines for operation, including loading materials, and programming machine based on specifications
  • Operate CNC to perform milling, cutting and shaping tasks
  • Plan and map out fabrication strategies, determine the sequence of operations and set up requirements, making recommendations based on design objectives and budgetary constraints.
  • Initiate staging by setting up frames and testing project elements
  • Ensure the quality of work and production meet client and Exhibit Solutions objectives
  • Exercise excellent judgment, and proactively identify issues, obstacles, or cost overruns, delays; more importantly, create effective solutions.
  • Possess the ability to work independently or as a team player
  • Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously
  • Cultivate and promote a safe working environment
  • Minimize wastage and scrap through careful and thoughtful work practices
  • Report any defective equipment or unsafe working conditions immediately
  • Complete basic paperwork, such as timesheets and work orders, accurately
  • Available to work 40 hours per week (8 hours a day) or as necessary to complete projects.

Warehouse responsibilities

  • Pull and prepare exhibit and rental material for client's shows
  • Load and unload materials
  • Warehouse maintenance; ensuring it is clean and organized.
  • Complete deliveries and pickups if required
  • Comply with safety initiatives to ensure a safe work environment

Installation/Site Responsibilities

  • Install and dismantle exhibits.
  • Working knowledge of exhibit design, construction, materials and comfortable discussing these details with clients
  • Work with the team to handle & resolve issues from the client, show service contractors, freight requirements, graphics, etc. ensuring a good customer experience
  • Available to work on projects that take place in the evenings and weekends.

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

  • Certification or College degree is an asset
  • 5+ years of relevant finish carpentry experience
- *experience with exhibits and displays considered an asset

  • Handson technical skillset encompassing fabrication, carpentry, and display setup
  • Ability to work with tight deadlines
  • Excellent organizational, problemsolving, and detailoriented skills
  • Good written and verbal communication skills
  • Mathematical and analytical skills necessary to do material takeoffs and cut lists
  • Experience with materials including metal, solid woods, veneers, MDF, plastic and acrylic laminates
  • Experience with Octanorm or a similar exhibit system is an asset
  • Operate a Forklift certification is a plus
  • Drive a company or rental truck for pickups and deliveries
  • Customer service oriented
  • Excellent at listening, learning, and following direction
  • Ability to work and thrive in a collaborative, multitasked environment while efficiently managing their own time
  • Selfmotivated and able to work independently while following all health and safety standards
  • Takes ownership and pride in work with strong attention to detailWork remotely
  • No

Job Types:
Full-time, Permanent


Benefits:


  • Dental care
  • Extended health care
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday

Supplemental pay types:

  • Overtime pay

Experience:

- finished carpentry: 5 years (required)
- cabinet making/millwork: 5 years (required)

  • CNC Operation: 1 year (required)
  • CNC programming: 1 year (required)

Work Location:
In person

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