Display Maker

MISSIONPD Instore is a future-forward creator of brand solutions that enlightens, inspires, and transforms the consumer’s experience.

ABOUT PDFounded in 1938, PD is a world-renowned design-to-build partner that crafts custom, future-forward brand solutions for some of the largest brands in retail.

Summary The Display Maker sets up and operates a variety of woodworking machines and uses hand-tools to manufacture and fabricate high end retail displays using a variety of materials including wood, metal, acrylic, and beyond. This position will integrate various materials into the store displays including plastics, metals and electronics.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities Studies blueprints or drawings of articles to be constructed or repaired, and plans sequence of cutting or shaping operations to be performed

Marks outline or dimensions of parts on paper or lumber stock

Matches materials for color, grain, or texture

Sets up and operates woodworking machines such as power saws, jointer, mortiser, tenoner, molder, and shaper, to cut and shape parts from wood stock

Trims component parts of joints to ensure snug fit Bores holes for insertion of screws or dowels

Glues, fits, and clamps parts and subassemblies together to form complete unit Drives nails or other fasteners into joints at designated places to reinforce joints

Sands and scrapes surfaces and joints of articles to prepare articles for finishing

Repairs high grade articles of furniture

Dips, brushes, or sprays assembled articles with protective or decorative materials such as stain, varnish, or paint

Installs hardware such as hinges, catches, and drawer pulls

Fosters a culture that values family, innovation, collaboration and empowerment

Follows all safety and workplace policies

Competencies and Skills Excellent cabinet making skills with emphasis on quality

Operation of various woodworking equipment and hand tools is required

Excellent attention to detail

Ability to work within tight deadlines

Ability to read and comprehend prints

Excellent work ethic and positive attitude

Ability to demonstrate and apply our workplace values

Demonstrated commitment to valuing diversity and contributing to an inclusive working environment

Education/Certification2 year technical/business degree or equivalent experience

Experience3-5 years' experience in a production/manufacturing environment or similar

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions Walking, sitting, bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling and lifting may be required throughout the workday.

Flexibility to travel between multiple PD locations