furniture assembler

Education:

No degree, certificate or diploma.

Work site environment:

Noisy. Dusty.

Tasks:

• Prepare, sand and trim wooden furniture and fixture parts.
• Assemble wooden or metal furniture and fixture parts to form subassemblies and complete articles.
• Reinforce assembled furniture and fixtures with dowels or other supports.
• Inspect furniture and fixture subassemblies and finished products for conformance to quality standards.
• Make minor adjustments and repairs.

Type of materials:

Wood.

Work conditions and physical capabilities:

• Repetitive tasks.
• Handling heavy loads.
• Physically demanding.
• Manual dexterity.
• Attention to detail.
• Hand-eye co-ordination.
• Sitting.
• Standing for extended periods.
• Bending, crouching, kneeling.
• Fast-paced environment.

Weight handling:

Up to 45 kg (100 lbs).

Personal suitability:

• Flexibility.
• Organized.
• Reliability.
• Team player.

Government programs:

Recognized employer.

Experience:

Experience an asset.

Employment terms options:

Day. Overtime required.

Support for youths:

• Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment.
• Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth.
• Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for youth.
• Provides awareness training to employees to create a welcoming work environment for youth.