• Woodworker

    Grand Rapids Chair Company (Byron Center, MI)


    Woodworker

    About the Organization

    Are you looking for a company that values work-life balance, offers benefits like tuition reimbursement and paid volunteer hours, and fosters a transparent, employee-focused culture?You've come to the right place.

     

    Pull up a chair. You're in good company.

     

    At Grand Rapids Chair, we craft furniture that fosters connection and creativity in the spaces where people gather. As a family-owned business, we've built our process around the customer-delivering high-quality, Michigan-made furniture with friendly service and fast lead times.

     

    Our commitment to excellence is driven by our values. We believe every employee plays a role in shaping the future of GRC, and together, we push boundaries, take ownership, and celebrate our collective success together.

     

    We Encourage You to 'Go Be Awesome!'

     

    At GRC, know life extends beyond work. That's why we offer competitive salaries, great benefits, and opportunities for learning and professional growth. We're proud to be named one of Grand Rapids'Best and Brightest Companies to Work For- (https://thebestandbrightest.com/events/west-michigans-2018-best-brightest-companies-work/) - because just like our customers, we want our employees to sit happy, too.

     

    Explore our benefits (https://grandrapidschair.com/about/careers/)

    Description

    + FIRST SHIFT- Hours vary each week but typically areMonday-Friday 5AM-2:30/3:30PM. Must be willing to work occasional mandatory OVERTIME on Saturdays as needed.

    + Paid Weekly- starting pay is $19-$21/hour depending on experience +a pay increase after 90 days!

    + Able to listen to your own music while at work!

    + 2 weeks of paid time off + 10 paid holidays + paid sick leave

     

    SUMMARY: Under direct supervision, this position performs any of a variety of functions involved operating wood working machines such as routers, sanders, lathes. Specific duties vary depending on assigned department. This position flexes in relation to the production demand.

     

    ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

     

    + Operates any one of the machines used in wood working, such as routers, sanders, lathes, and table saws in order to manufacture various types wood table tops.

    + Completes each order accurately and on time.

    + Maintains performs basic preventative maintenance on wood working equipment.

    + Keeps work area neat and clean according to company standards.

    + Works safely and follows all company rules and procedures.

    + Flexibility to provide back up to other positions during peak production times required.

    Position Requirements

    + High School Diploma/GED or equivalent preferred.

    + Minimum 6 months experience working in a manufacturing environment; or equivalent combination of education and experience

    + Functional working knowledge of general hand tools such as D8 sanders, routers, belt sanders, drills, staple guns, glue guns and others.

    + Frequent lifting up to50 pounds, occasional lifting up to 75 pounds. Proper lifting techniques required.

    + Must be 18 years old or older to work.

     

    Shift First

     

    Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time and/or Part-Time

     

    EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

     

    Category Manufacturing

     

    This position is currently accepting applications.