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Laminate, cut, shape, assemble of cabinets, countertops, solid surface materials. Using a variety of tools to shape and fabricate for custom countertops, sills, sinks and cabinets.

-Verify dimensions or check the quality or fit of pieces to ensure adherence to specifications.
-Measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications.
-Assemble wood products/cabinets when applicable.
-Set up or operate machines, including power saws, edge banders, sanders, router, to cut, mold, or shape wood stock, laminate or solid surfaces.
-Follow the specifications of articles to be constructed based on blueprints, drawings, diagrams, or oral or written instructions.
-Read work orders or other instructions to determine product specifications or materials requirements.
-Review blueprints or other instructions to determine operational methods or sequences.
-Attach parts or subassemblies together to form completed units, using glue, dowels, nails, screws, or clamps.
-Reinforce joints with nails or other fasteners to prepare articles for finishing.
-Install hardware, such as hinges, handles, catches, or drawer pulls, using hand tools.
-Attach decorative or functional accessories to products.
-Trim, sand, or scrape surfaces or joints to prepare articles for finishing.
-Trim excess material from workpieces.
-Drill holes in parts, equipment, or materials.

B. Work Activities:

Getting Information — Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from Shop Foreman and Bench Carpenters.

-Handling and Moving Objects — Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.

-Controlling Machines and Processes — Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).

-Performing General Physical Activities — Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

-Making Decisions and Solving Problems — Analyzing information and evaluating results to choose the best solution and solve problems.

-Inspecting Equipment or Material — Inspecting equipment or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.

-Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events — Identifying information by categorizing, estimating, recognizing differences or similarities, and detecting changes in circumstances or events.

-Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates — Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates.

-Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings — Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems.

-Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People — Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people.

-Thinking Creatively — Developing, designing, or creating new applications, ideas, relationships, systems, or products.

-Organizing, Planning, and Prioritizing Work — Developing specific goals and plans to prioritize, organize, and accomplish your work. Prioritizing will be determined by the shop Foreman and General Manager

-Interpreting the Meaning of Information for Others — Translating or explaining what information means and how it can be used.

-Updating and Using Relevant Knowledge — Keeping up-to-date technically and applying new knowledge to your job.

-Encouraging and building mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members

Advantage Millwork supplies high quality products and craftsmanship to the retail, medical, educational, institutional, religious, non-profit, pharmacy, and laboratory sectors. We are capable of both high-volume production and one-time custom work.

Advantage Millwork offers full-service delivery including CAD services, shop drawing production, construction, shipping, and installation. Refinishing and resurfacing of existing units can also be done either at your facility or in our shop. Advantage Millwork has been in business since 1968 and is located just 6 miles Southeast of Downtown Grand Rapids Michigan. We are a proud member of the Architectural Woodwork Institute (AWI) since 2001 and have been certified by the Forest Stewardship Council® (FSC®) since 2007.

Over the years we have grown significantly, more than tripling our floor space and greatly improving efficiency. Our employees are master and journeymen cabinet makers, specializing in plastic and metal laminates, veneers, solid surfaces, wood, and HDPE. We pride ourselves in our excellent quality and craftsmanship that is applied to every job that comes through our doors.