Foam Fabrication Specialist at Britten, Inc. – Traverse City, Michigan

Britten, Inc. is a veteran-owned (VOSB), creative production house dedicated to delivering innovative signage, displays, and event branding solutions that make our customers stand out in a crowd. For 35+ years, we’ve leveraged our state-of-the-art design, printing, fabrication, and manufacturing capabilities to propel high-impact campaigns and promotional ideas into the world. Always on time, on strategy, and on budget, we build the stuff that helps people, communities, and businesses flourish and prosper.

Located in Traverse City, Michigan, this creative production studio, known as Britten, seeks talented individuals to join our team. We’ve built a reputation for saying "yes" to projects others won't touch. Our people make that possible, individuals who put a premium on thoughtful service, care about the people next to them, and are willing to go the extra mile on projects they touch. Click here to learn more about Britten, Inc. www.britteninc.com

What We Seek...

We are looking for individuals who are motivated and hardworking to help build, assemble, sculpt, and paint awesome 3D Foam products. Whether working on a team or working solo on a project, the Foam Fabrication Specialist overcomes all obstacles to ensure a world-class product is delivered every time, on time!

We want people who align with and can live our core values:

We Say Yes

We Hustle
We Think Bigger

We Keep Promises

We Build People Up

Job Summary and Job Functions

• Work with various materials such as foam, wood, metals, and plastics to complete creative projects
• Reading shop drawings to assess the project and assemble materials to specifications
• Applying paint and other coatings manually and with spray applicators
• Using power tools and hand tools to cut and prepare raw materials for assembly
• Sanding a variety of materials for different finishes
• Applying decal to a variety of materials
• Inspects finished products and compare them with requirements to determine if the process has been completed properly
• Inspect each project for quality and document each step in the process
• Follows all safety standards and procedures
• Keeps shop and work area clean and organized
• Works with a sense of urgency to meet short deadlines without compromising quality
• Interest and ability to work long hours and weekends as needed
• Crosstrain and assist in other departments, as needed
• Align with and believe in the company core values: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, We Build People Up

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to be exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope of the position. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

• Ability to learn quickly
• Good hand-eye coordination
• Great attention to detail
• Outstanding work ethic and dependability
• Proactive self-starter with a positive attitude
• Proven ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment
• Align with and believe in the company core values: We Say Yes, We Hustle, We Think Bigger, We Keep Promises, We Build People Up

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• Heavy work. Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects
• Repetitive motion. Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
• Standing. Particularly for sustained periods of time
• Feeling. Perceiving attributes of objects, such as size, shape, temperature or texture by touching with skin, particularly that of fingertips
• Visual acuity to perform an activity such as: operates machines, such as lathes, drill presses, power saws, and mills where the seeing job is at or within arm's reach; performs mechanical or skilled trade tasks of a non-repetitive nature, such as carpenters, technicians, service people, plumbers, painters, mechanics, etc.
• Visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned
• Subject to noise. There is sufficient noise to cause the worker to shout in order to be heard above the ambient noise level
• Talking. Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important spoken instructions to other workers accurately, loudly, or quickly
• Atmospheric conditions. One or more of the following conditions that affect the respiratory system of the skin: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation

Compensation and Benefits

A competitive hourly rate and/or salary is being offered and a full benefits package for all full-time positions. Benefits Package Highlights:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance coverage options
• 401K with employer match of contribution (Employer match equal to 50% of contributions to the plan, up to 6% of employee’s pay)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (Full-time employees)
• Educational Assistance
• Life Insurance company-provided
• Reimbursement for safety glasses and/or work boots (if position requires and qualifies) Company-provided safety, skill development and/or leadership training opportunities

Britten, Inc. and its affiliates are equal opportunity employers and do not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, genetic information, disability, or any other characteristics as protected by federal, state or local law. Britten, Inc. is a drug free employer.