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$25-30/hour
215 Washington Ave, Brooklyn, NY 11205, USA
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SharePosition Purpose: The Egg Collective Builder is a skilled individual 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 EC’s 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 EC’s 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 EC 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, team work, 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 the Egg Collective 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 at Egg Collective • Health Insurance (subsidized by Egg Collective's $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
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