Aerospace/Aircraft Cabinetmaker

Aviation Technology Associates (AVTECH Global) is looking for an Aircraft Cabinetmaker. Pay Rate: $23.32 to $33.81 per hour (depending on experience, location, etc.) Job Type: Full-time, Contract Contract Duration: 12 months (w/opportunity for extension) Benefits: coverage of up to one-half of employee's medical insurance premium for a base plan eight (8) paid holidays per diem split (if qualified) three (3) sets of uniforms (if applicable) opportunity to become a direct hire after ninety (90) days 401(k) with matching Experience/Education: High School diploma/GED. Experience requirement ranges from entry level with experience in woodworking, wood finishing or auto body & painting experience in a technical environment or completion of technical certificate in cabinetmaking to four (4) years of experience in cabinetmaking (aerospace industry preferred). Unique Skills: Valid driver's license may be required. Participation in a DOT/FAA drug and alcohol program may be required. Purpose: Fabricates aircraft furniture and other wood-surfaced subassemblies using aircraft specifications, design and engineering drawings for installation in aircraft. Level I Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Learns entry-level technical skills and knowledge, regulatory requirements and tooling used in aircraft cabinetmaking. Continues to develop technical competency and problem-solving abilities to allow progression to the technician level. Using standard safety and operating procedures, design/engineering drawings, tools and other materials (laminates, veneers, cap strips), develops proficiency in the preparation and making of furniture. Utilizes the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off completed work. Complies with all safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies, uses personal protective equipment; ensures aircraft interior is protected. Assists in the development and implementation of related initiatives. Level II Essential Functions and Responsibilities: Works under general supervision to fabricate furniture and other wood-surfaced subassemblies using blueprints, aircraft specifications and design/engineering drawings. Assembles, pins and glues cabinet shells. Installs drawer-slides, hinges, latches and other hardware in subassemblies. Applies exterior surface materials such as laminates, veneers, and cap strips. Uses various types of stationary and hand-held power tools to fabricate or disassemble furniture. Complies with all safety, 5S, and housekeeping policies. Uses personal protective equipment to protect aircraft interior. Uses the material tracking system to create parts demand, track squawks and to sign-off work. Works with lead and higher skilled technicians to develop and implement process improvements that increase safety, reduce, cost, cycle time, and man-hours using Lean Six-Sigma and other process improvement techniques. Possess a working knowledge of…