LifePort believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications and job scope, but not limit the individual nor the organization to just the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.

Position Overview: 

Sets up and operates variety of woodworking machines and uses various hand tools to fabricate and repair aircraft interior components and high grade furniture by performing the following duties.

Essential Functions:

It is essential for all employees to adhere to Company policies.

1. Studies drawings of articles to be constructed or repaired, and plans sequence of cutting or shaping operations to be performed
2. Marks outline or dimensions of parts on paper or lumber stock
3. Matches materials for color, grain, or texture
4. Sets up and operators woodworking machines such as power saws, jointer, to cut and shape parts from woodstock
5. Trims component parts of joints to ensure snug fit
6. Bores holes for inserts, pins or dowels
7. Glues, fits, clamps parts and subassemblies together to form complete unit
8. Drives pins or other fasteners into joints at designated places to reinforce joints
9. Sands and scrapes surfaces and joints of articles to prepare articles for finishing 
10. Repairs high grade articles of furniture 
11. Installs hardware such as hinges, catches, strikers, and drawer pulls and slides 

Job Specifications (Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, & Behaviors):

1. Design – generates creative solutions; uses feedback to modify designs and demonstrates attention to detail 
2. Problem Solving – identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner and develops alternative solutions 
3. Technical Skills – pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills and shares that expertise with others
4. Customer Service – responds promptly to customer needs and meets commitments 
5. Organizational Support – Follows policies and procedures and supports the organization’s goals and values
6. Motivation – demonstrates persistence and overcomes obstacles 
7. Quality – Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, while finding ways to improve and promote quality

Preferred Education, Skills and Experience:

1. High school diploma or general education degree (GED) and three years related experience and /or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
2. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
3. Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
4. Proficient with Outlook, ERP Manufacturing software, shop floor manager, and time and attendance payroll systems 

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Working conditions are normal for that of a manufacturing/machine shop/office environment. 

All employees are expected to adhere to Company safety policies and wear personal protective equipment when exposed to work areas or performing tasks where it is required.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

This position must meet Export Control compliance requirements, therefore a “US Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R.  § 120.14 is required.

The characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be required for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this or similar positions and additional duties may be assigned.

Our Competitive Benefits Include:

• PTO – Paid Time off and emergency/personal sick leave
• Annual performance bonus program
• Wellness program and onsite gym with free personal training
• Flexible schedule
• Paid company holidays
• Comprehensive medical, dental and vision benefits with HSA and FSA options
• 401K with employer contribution
• Employer paid basic life & disability coverage
• Employee life assistance program
• Additional voluntary benefits include: LegalShield, long term disability, pet insurance, voluntary accident, voluntary hospital Indemnity and voluntary critical illness.

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