Craftsman Apprentice - Ashley River Campus

Description

• Inspect incoming work for quality and completeness and create required documentation (INCs) in the event of a non-conformance.
• Apply standard and custom paint, lacquer and other coatings to lighting fixtures
• Solder and assemble copper and brass lighting fixtures to exacting standards
• Cut and fit various types of glass to bench crafted lighting fixtures
• Perform preparatory steps related to finishing, wiring, and packing of lights as defined by supporting documentation at each station.
• Build metal fixtures according to print set specifications (square, symmetry, scale, etc.)
• Utilize sanders, dremels, scratchpads, buffers, sandblasters, etc.) to prepare metal surfaces for appropriate finish
• Use dip tanks and appropriate process to achieve Oxidation, Polish or Distressed finish
• Physically wire and test lighting fixtures in accordance with product specifications and codes
• You can manage your time and prioritize to meet production deadlines.
• Pack and/or crate completed fixtures for world-wide shipment
• Ensure proper finish is applied to lighting fixture components per work orders
• Facilitate flow of material from process to process.
• Disassemble and Reassemble lighting fixture components
• Work with skilled Craftsmen to learn the trade and processes required for performing meaningful preparatory work in the fabricating of metal lighting fixtures.
• Utilize various tools (scale, clamps, jigs, drill press, lathe, drill, band saw, etc.)
• Conduct preliminary preparation of metal surfaces for downstream customer
• Perform preparatory steps related to Craft as well as fabricate components and sub-assemblies of standard and custom lighting fixtures as defined by supporting documentation at each station.

Requirements

• Ability to lift 50 lbs.
• You enjoy solving problems. You love taking on difficult challenges and finding solutions.
• You have basic computer skills (e-mail, internet, and Microsoft Office).
• Safety Glasses
• A high school diploma or equivalent.
• Latex Gloves
• Half or Full Face Mask - Employees will need to be clean shaven prior to being fit tested at orientation. A mustache that does not extend past the corners of your mouth is acceptable.
• Knowledge of trade-specific tools relating to electrical, glass or wiring
• You’ve got fine motor skills and the ability to work with small parts.
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
• You have technical aptitude and the ability to read and interpret shop drawings and blueprints.

Benefits

• Paid parental leave for new moms and dads
• Generous paid time off and holidays
• Medical & dental insurance with employer contributions
• An on-site barista with complimentary drinks and snacks
• Opportunity for very generous quarterly bonuses through the company PMB (Productivity Metric Bonus) program
• 401(k) savings plan with employer match
• A company-wide health & wellness initiative
• Robust training program with room for growth and merit based advancement

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance