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We’re Hiring – Aluminum Welder Fabricator and CNC Router Table Operator

BOTH POSITIONS HAVE BEEN FILLED

Willie Boats Employment Opportunity
Location: Willie Boats
Position: Aluminum Welder Fabricator

North River Boats will be accepting applications for the position of Outfitter at Willie Boats.

To apply, you must come into Willie Boats at 1440 E Justice Rd Central Point, OR 97502 or download the application at https://www.northriverboats.com/pdf/NorthRiverApplication.pdf and email it to applications@northriverboats.com.

Great starting wage, ESOP, vacation, holiday pay and benefit package.

Work hours:  6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Monday – Friday

General Description:

Assist the fabrication department by efficiently producing the highest quality boat hulls to be used in the manufacturing of Willie Boats.

Responsibilities:

  • Fit and weld boat hulls using proper welding techniques
  • Ensure work orders are completed accurately with precision and in a timely manner to keep production running smoothly
  • Use electric, air and hand tools required to perform job tasks with efficiency and care
  • Maintain a clean, safe work environment
  • Must use proper safety equipment for every specific task
  • Maintain a high level of quality
  • Work to maintain a productive and positive work environment by proactively communicating with your lead and other leads/supervisors in the fabrication department
  • Perform all other duties as assigned and appropriate to position

Requirements for the job:

  • Must have working knowledge of the manufacturing process
  • Must have training and/or experience of aluminum welding techniques
  • Must be able to properly use all the equipment in the Boat Building department
  • Must be able to communicate and work effectively with all levels of personnel
  • Must maintain a high standard of quality and accuracy
  • Must maintain an above-average attendance record

Physical Requirements of the job:

  • Lift up to 80lbs max on occasion
  • Lift up to 50 lbs regularly
  • Stand, walk, kneel, crawl and crouch inside tight boat spaces throughout a 10-hour day

Willie Boats Employment Opportunity
Location: Willie Boats
Position: CNC Router Table Operator

North River Boats will be accepting applications for the position of Outfitter at Willie Boats.

To apply, you must come into Willie Boats at 1440 E Justice Rd Central Point, OR 97502 or download the application at https://www.northriverboats.com/pdf/NorthRiverApplication.pdf and email it to applications@northriverboats.com.

Great starting wage, ESOP, vacation, holiday pay and benefit package.

Work hours:  6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Monday – Friday

General Description:

Operate CNC router equipment to cut and fabricate parts according to specifications while maintaining quality, productivity, and safety standards.

Responsibilities:

  • Set up and operate CNC routers.
  • Read and interpret blueprints, drawings, and work orders.
  • Load materials and ensure proper machine setup.
  • Monitor machine performance and make necessary adjustments.
  • Inspect completed parts for accuracy and quality.
  • Perform basic maintenance and troubleshoot minor issues.
  • Label, organize, and stage finished parts.
  • Maintain production records and material documentation.
  • Assist with material handling, inventory, and housekeeping.
  • Follow safety procedures and support production goals.

Requirements for the job:

  • CNC router experience preferred.
  • Ability to read technical drawings and measurements.
  • CNC programming knowledge is a plus.
  • Strong attention to detail and quality.
  • Basic math, measuring, and mechanical skills.
  • Ability to use measuring tools such as tape measures and calipers.
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Physical Requirements of the job:

  • Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift throughout the workday.
  • Regularly lift up to 50 pounds.
  • Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.a

North River Boats is an EEO and Drug Free employer NCRC preferred but not required (this can be obtained at the Employment Department) This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.