Frame Builder

Monarch Manufacturing, Inc. is a family-owned and operated cabinetry business based in Sullivan, Illinois. Our goal is to give our customers the highest quality cabinetry at an affordable price. Monarch Manufacturing, Inc. is a company that embraces Lean Culture, this means that we are always striving to do things better to bring more value to our customers.

Monarch Cabinetry’s Face Frame Department’s Builders are an integral part of the cabinet-making process. It is because of their attention to detail that we are able to produce frames to our customers’ specifications.

There are no supervisory responsibilities for this position.

• Read and comprehend order paperwork and blueprints.
• Spot and correct product defects.
• Recognize different wood species.
• Utilize a Face Framing table.
• Use various hand tools (screw gun, glue bottles, hammer, hand sanders, etc.).
• Use various saws (Table saw, Up-Cut saw, Dado saw, Bandsaw, Razor Gage, etc.).
• Use various sanders (Spindle sander, Edge sander, hand sander, etc.).
• Operate a Pocket Hole machine.
• Operate a Hauncher machine.
• Attention to small details.
• Dedication to keeping a clean and well-stocked working environment.
• Cross-train in other areas during department downtime.
• Complete other duties as assigned.
• Assessing the accuracy, neatness, consistency, and thoroughness of the work assigned.

• Measuring skills on a tape measure to the nearest 1/16th of an inch.
• Basic mathematical understanding.
• Listening and communication skills.
• Teamwork.
• Punctuality.

Prior woodworking or cabinetry experience is preferred but not required.

• Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, or stepstools on an occasional basis.
• Remain constantly standing in a stationary position for prolonged periods.
• Moving about accomplishing tasks or moving from one workstation to another on an occasional basis.
• Adjusting or moving objects of varying weights in all directions.
  • Constant movement of objects up to 20 pounds.
  • Occasional movement of objects up to 50 pounds.
• Constant repeated motions that may include the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Constantly communicating with others to exchange information.
• Constantly operating machinery and/or power tools.
• Operating motor vehicles or heavy equipment on an occasional basis.

• Occasional exposure to high temperatures during summer months.
• Occasional exposure to noisy environments.
• Occasional exposure to airborne particles, specifically sawdust.
• Occasional exposure to hazardous materials, specifically chemical hazards in the form of glues or solvents.

Sullivan, Illinois.

$16.00 to $20.00 an hour.

Monday through Friday, 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM (40 hours a week). Mandatory overtime is determined on a day-to-day basis.

• Insurance (Medical, Vision, Dental, etc.) available after 90 days of employment.
• Life Insurance is available upon the first day of employment at no charge to the employee.
• Paid holidays and 1-week paid time off (PTO) available after 90 days of employment.
• Paid vacation time available after 4 years of employment.
• Bonus Pay (Attendance Bonus and Sign On/Referral Bonus) available on the first day of employment. Production Bonus available after 90 days of employment.
• 3% IRA Matching available after 90 days of employment.
• Membership discounts to Second Chance Gym are available after 90 days of employment.

Monarch Manufacturing, Inc. is an equal-opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, training, and apprenticeship. Monarch Manufacturing, Inc. makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.

All employment offers are contingent on the successful passing of a background check.