Woodshop Fabrication & Assembly Specialist

Join our dynamic team at Next Step of West Michigan as a Full-Time Woodshop Fabrication & Assembly Specialist, where your craftsmanship meets purpose! Dive into hands-on projects that make a tangible difference in our community. You’ll work onsite in our lively Grand Rapids facility, surrounded by passionate individuals who prioritize excellence and collaboration. Here’s your chance to kickstart your career in a role where creativity and teamwork shine!

With competitive pay ranging from $18 to $25 per hour, you’ll be rewarded for your hard work and dedication. Enjoy the excitement of building meaningful structures while growing your skills and contributing to a mission-driven organization. Experience the joy of creating in a supportive environment where every day presents new opportunities. Apply today and take the next step in your career!

Next Step is a faith-based, social enterprise, non-profit engaged in work force development and skills training. We are dedicated to serving our program participants' needs, while meeting and exceeding our customers' expectations. We expect an innovative, goal-oriented, eager contributor, who shows a dedicated work ethic. We expect our staff to exhibit empathy, compassion, active listening, to be self-aware, sensitive across racial, class and cultural lines, ethical, and approachable.

We look for work habits of punctuality, dependability, accountability, responsibility, cooperation, team participation, integrity, problem solving, and overall positivity. These attributes, combined with the performance of one’s duties and achievement of goals, will be equated with the quality of one’s overall job performance.

As a Woodshop Fabrication & Assembly Specialist at Next Step of West Michigan, you’ll be instrumental in creating high-quality wood components, furniture, cabinetry, and custom projects that truly make an impact. This role emphasizes precision fabrication and detailed assembly, where your craftsmanship shines through in every piece you create. If you’re someone who is comfortable with tools, revels in problem-solving, and takes pride in constructing durable, well-crafted products, this is the perfect fit for you.

Join us in a vibrant workshop environment where your skills and passion for woodworking can flourish, contributing to a meaningful mission alongside a team that values excellence and collaboration.

To thrive as a Woodshop Fabrication & Assembly Specialist at Next Step of West Michigan, you'll need a solid foundation in woodworking, carpentry, or fabrication!

Knowledge and skills required for the position are:

• Hands on experience in woodworking, carpentry, or fabrication.
• Strong understanding of woodworking tools and safe operation practices.
• Ability to read measurements accurately and follow technical instructions.
• Solid problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs. and work on your feet throughout the day.
• Reliable, self-motivated, and able to work independently or as part of a team.

If this feels like a good fit, we encourage you to apply!