Wood Furniture Maker jobs in British Columbia

Join Penticton Foundry’s busy and growing CNC and pattern shop. Afternoon shift position with initial day shift training.

Years of Experience:

5+ (consideration will be given to all candidates who have completed at least 3 years of an apprenticeship program) $29.73 to $37.37/hour depending on qualifications.

Note: Shift – Recruiting for the afternoon shift, with initial training on day shift before transitioning to afternoons. Woodworkers without patternmaking experience are encouraged to apply; we can train the right individual.

Who You Are:

You’ve always loved to work with your hands and want to be part of a busy and growing shop. You’re a maker at heart and strive to efficiently produce excellent results.

Whether it’s a table saw, band saw, planer or jointer, you’re in your element. At the same time, you’re comfortable with computers and CAD/CAM software, and interpreting drawings is definitely in your wheelhouse. What differentiates you, however, is your ability to be truly self-motivated, while always keeping in mind the needs of your team.

You’ll fit in beautifully with your strong work ethic, and willingness to go the extra mile. Your woodworking skills and problem-solving abilities, coupled with a willingness to learn, will be prized here. Fundamentally, you’re as comfortable with a table saw as you are with a computer. Indeed, you’re gifted with all hand tools, and your expertise with wood cutting machines will be a valued asset.

Responsibilities:

Patternmaking

You’ll use your woodworking talents to create accurate and durable patterns for use in our foundry’s no-bake sand moulding process. Our busy and growing CNC shop supports patternmaking and production, integrating traditional patternmaking methods with modern machining technology. CAD/CAM experience is valued.

Repairing Patterns

You’ll repair damaged patterns, helping production run smoothly to make quality castings.

Modifying Patterns

You’ll measure and modify existing patterns to meet customer specifications.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of relevant experience
• Preference given to a journeyman/woman woodworker, patternmaker or carpenter
• Self-motivated
• Able to work autonomously
• Team minded – strong desire to help fellow employees succeed
• Respectful and hardworking
• CAD/CAM experience valued
• Proficient with hand tools and woodworking machines, including table saw, band saw, jointer, planer, sander, and drill press
• Able to read and interpret drawings
• Safety-oriented

What We Offer:

Penticton Foundry is a place where innovation meets hard work and determination. Our busy and growing CNC and pattern shop plays an important role in supporting our specialized iron casting operations. What we offer:

• Competitive compensation package and incentive bonuses
• Extended health and dental benefits
• Investment in our people and a learning environment
• Company events and supportive culture
• Opportunities for growth and development

Our foundry is in the outdoor-minded Okanagan Valley, BC, where your lifestyle is defined as much by your after-work interests, as it is by your career.

We invest in people like you – detail-oriented, self-motivated, with an ability to excel in a team environment.

How to Apply:

If this sounds like you, then apply today here on Indeed or drop off a resume at Penticton Foundry (568 Dawson Avenue, Penticton BC) indicating that you are applying for the Patternmaker role.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $29.73-$37.37 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• RRSP match

Work Location: In person