Shop Associate

Build Your Career Where You Matter

Join The Cook & Boardman Group, the nation’s leading provider of architectural doors, frames, hardware, specialty products, and complete security integration services.

At The Cook & Boardman Group, trust and communication are the foundation of how we work. We foster an inclusive, collaborative culture where your voice is heard, your ideas matter, and your career has room to grow. Whether you're a problem-solver, innovator, or passionate about service, you’ll thrive here.

Why Work With Us?

We’re committed to your success, personally and professionally. You’ll have access to:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match.
  
• Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off for rest, family, and self-care.
  
• Career Growth: You�ll benefit from continuous learning, mentorship, and leadership training including access to C&B University, our in-house development program.
  
• Supportive Culture: Innovation, creativity, and teamwork are at the heart of everything we do.
  

Be part of a team that invests in your future, celebrates your success, and values your contribution.

Responsible for preparing/modifying wood doors specific to the instructions of each order. Some preparations require permanently joining metal parts using high heat application to form a permanent bond. Others require the use of power tools such as circular saws, jig saws, drills, and sanders.

Essential Functions

• Utilizing measuring tools to mark and prepare the material
  
• Using saws, drills, and other power tools to create the necessary finished product
  
• Remove any rough edges created during the modification process
  
• Use electrical currents to create heat and bond metals
  
• Join beams in the construction of metal frame pieces
  
• Weld materials such as steel and titanium
  
• Use a rod and heat to join metals
  
• Operate welding machine that feeds wire to bond materials
  
• Use molten metal to join two pieces of metal
  
• Plan work by interpreting shop orders
  
• Select and set up welding equipment
  
• Ensure welds meat standards and specifications
  
• Package finished product for transport
  
• Interpret scope of work from documents detailing tasks to be completed
  
• Wear appropriate safety equipment at all times
  
• Assist Shop Manager as required
  
• Other relative duties as assigned
  

Minimum Qualifications

• High School Diploma, or an equivalent combination of education/experience
  
• Current and valid US driver�s license preferred
  
• At least 1 year prior experience in a fast paced production/manufacturing environment preferred
  
• Must pass pre-employment background check or drug test.
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• General knowledge of warehouse manufacturing
  
• Must be able to work as a team and at times independently
  
• Must be able to follow directions
  
• Work in a fast-paced environment, completing multiple duties with accuracy, shifting from one to another with frequent interruptions and competing deadlines
  
• Exercise sound judgment, work independently and prioritize with minimal supervision
  
• Must have basic hand and power tools including: hammer, screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, and cordless drills
  
• Knowledge of proper safety practices when handling products, tools and power equipment
  
• Ability to read and interpret basic mathematical measurements and effectively read and use a tape measure
  
• Must be able to work overtime as needed
  
• Must have reliable transportation to and from work
  
• Detail-oriented
  
• Ability to report to work on time
  

Physical Demands

This position requires physical activity consistent with a construction or installation environment. The employee will spend more than two-thirds of their time standing, kneeling, crouching, stooping, using hands to handle or feel, and reaching with hands and arms. Approximately one-third of the time may be spent walking and engaging in verbal communication or listening. Frequent lifting and moving of materials weighing between 25 and 50 pounds is required.

Work Environment

This role may involve travel to project sites and exposure to a variety of environmental conditions. These may include outdoor weather, proximity to forklifts or other heavy machinery, and the use of hand tools or hardware. Employees may be subject to frequent heavy lifting and other physical demands typical of a construction or warehouse environment.

Qualification Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Cook & Boardman Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, including minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.