Shop

Position: Shop Worker

Store: Watertown

Reports to: Yard Foreman 

FLSA Status: Non Exempt

HOURS: 

• Minimum 30 hrs per week.
• Flexible to the needs of Whites Lumber, Inc.
• Must be able to work weekends as needed.

General Summary:

Performs skilled millwork and countertop work under minimal supervision and direction. Work is usually performed independently and in accordance with standard practices of the trade.

Job Duties:

1. Reviews pending work orders and establish dates of completion with supervisor.
2. Ensure adequate supply of raw materials to complete pending work orders by checking quantities on hand.
3. Estimate materials needed for pending jobs and time to complete jobs.
4. Perform job tasks efficiently and effectively by grouping different job orders with similar job requirements.
5. Perform multitasked assignments on an as needed basis to insure highest level of productivity.  
6. Maintain tools used in the shop.
7. Adhere to all safety rules and regulations.  Wear safety glasses and dust protection as needed.
8. Operate power saws, band saws, shapers, joiners, planers and hand tool as per manufacturers specifications.
9. Maintain file on all completed orders. 
10. Maintains cleanliness of the shop and assigned areas by cleaning works areas of dust and debris daily. 
11. Promotes positive interaction with customers by answering customers questions accurately.
12. Will only perform work orders for customers that have a completed white’s lumber order form.
13. Maintains a high level of quality control on work performed by inspecting work to ensure it meets customer specifications. 

Education:

Graduation from high school, vocational school or equivalent providing knowledge, skills abilities required for the performance of duties.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

1. Knowledge of the hazards and safety precautions of the trade.
2. Ability to make accurate estimates of time and material.
3. Skilled in the use of the tools, materials and equipment used in the carpentry and countertop trade.

Working Conditions/Physical Demands:

1. Prolong Periods of Standing.
2. Occasional lifting of items up to and over 100 lbs.
3. Using hands, reaching above shoulders.

Safety Statement:

White’s Lumber, Inc. recognizes the potential for accidents in performing job related tasks. Whites Lumber, Inc. promotes a safe working environment. Employees will be responsible for completing assigned tasks safely and efficiently.

The Company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisor as deemed necessary.

White’s Lumber, Inc is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, genetics or any other category protected under applicable law.