Role Summary:Build custom millwork projects—such as range hoods, mantles, and columns—with craftsmanship and precision, using materials pre-selected and delivered via the ERP system. Use ERP-generated work orders and pick notifications to begin fabrication immediately.
Key Responsibilities:ERP-Based Materials Handling:

• Use ERP work orders to access BOMs and operation routings.
• Receive pre-staged materials—hardwoods, laminates, hardware—delivered to your station automatically based on ERP integration.

Interpretation & Planning:

• Read and interpret plans and client requirements to determine materials and construction method.
• Verify ERP-preselected components match project specs, sourcing replacements if needed.

Custom Fabrication:

• Fabricate unique items (range hoods, columns, mantles) with hand & power tools—table saws, routers, jointers, mortisers—using advanced joinery methods (e.g., dovetail, mortise and tenon).
• Assemble and dry-fit pieces, reinforce joints, and prepare components for finishing.

Assembly & Finishing Prep:

• Apply veneers, plane, sand, and fill joints for a flawless surface ready for finish.

Quality Control:

• Continuously inspect assemblies to meet tight tolerances and structural integrity standards.
• Rework or adjust pieces until they satisfy high-end craftsmanship requirements.

Collaboration & Mentoring:

• Coordinate closely with design, finishing, and installation teams to ensure seamless production.
• Mentor apprentices and coworkers in shop practices and accurate ERP documentation.

Safety & Housekeeping

• Maintain safe and organized work area, adhering to 5S and lean standards.
• Follow safe machine operation practices and PPE protocols.

Qualifications:

• Certification: Red Seal or equivalent in Cabinet Making/Joinery.
• Experience: 5+ years in custom woodworking or millwork, including fabrication of custom components.
• ERP Skills: Comfortable using ERP systems that manage BOMs, material staging, shop-floor transaction entry.
• Technical Abilities: Proficient with woodworking machinery and precise joinery techniques.
• Measurement & Math: Excellent at dimensional accuracy and calculations.
• Physical Endurance: Able to lift and handle heavy materials for full shift durations.
• Communication: Clear, organized, detail-oriented, able to work both independently and in a team setting.

Preferred Attributes:

• Experience with veneering, curved work, or custom architectural millwork.
• Familiarity with CNC or automated shop-floor integration.

Hours of Work:

• Standard workweek is Monday to Friday, 6:45 AM to 3:15 PM.
• On-site role.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Extended health, dental, and vision benefits.
• Group RRSP with employer matching.
• Paid vacation, sick leave, bereavement days, and personal days.
• Access to employee wellness initiatives and company events.
• Opportunities for training and career development.

Why Join Merit Kitchens?At Merit Kitchens, we believe our strength lies in our people. With over 50 years of craftsmanship and quality, we are proud to support a workplace that values innovation, integrity, collaboration, and diversity. Join a company where your contributions truly make a difference.
About Merit KitchensIt was over 50 years ago that Merit Kitchens was founded by craftspeople in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and began providing Western Canada with high-quality kitchen cabinets. Merit Kitchens is a local family-owned business.
The company has long since grown into a world-class supplier of beautiful cabinetry, representing superior quality and extraordinary value. Today, Merit's product can be found in homes throughout Canada, the United States, and parts of Asia. Our Mission is it to continue the tradition of craftsmanship excellence while embracing the innovations of tomorrow
About Merit Kitchens:

It was over 50 years ago that Merit Kitchens was founded by craftspeople in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada, and began providing Western Canada with high-quality kitchen cabinets. Merit Kitchens is a local family-owned business. The company has long since grown into a world-class supplier of beautiful cabinetry, representing superior quality and extraordinary value. Today, Merit's product can be found in homes throughout Canada, the United States, and parts of Asia. Our Mission is it to continue the tradition of craftsmanship excellence while embracing the innovations of tomorrow