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Shorefast

Furniture Maker

Joe Batt's Arm, NL, Canada

$21 to $25 CAD / hour · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: $21 to $25 CAD / hour
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: May 1, 2027
Posting language: English
Posted: Oct 8, 2026

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About the Role

Title: Furniture Maker

Team: Fogo Island Workshops

Location: Fogo Island, NL (on-site)

Who We Are

Shorefast is one of the largest social enterprise organizations in Canada. Our work has garnered significant international interest, including a feature on 60 Minutes and in The New York Times' 52 Places for a Changed World. The mission of Shorefast is to build, learn, and share economic development practices that activate the assets of local places. Through the newly established Shorefast Institute for Place-based Economies, we share our learnings and engage with other enterprising communities to develop resources, tools, and opportunities that bring together the key pillars of society -- business, government, community, and philanthropy -- to advance economic development for more people in more places.

Learn more about us: shorefast.org

The Opportunity

We are looking for a candidate who is driven and passionate, with a desire to do better each day, and who brings sensitivity and respect for the history and culture of rural Newfoundland. The Furniture Maker will focus on fabricating high-grade wooden furniture and objects that uphold our designs, specifications, and workshop culture. Reporting to the Production Manager, this position, will assist the Production Manager and Workshop Team while helping to maintain a safe, organized,and quality-driven shop environment.

What You'll Do

Set up and operate woodworking machines and hand tools (jointer, planer, lathe, shaper, panel saw, router) to fabricate, cut, shape, and repair high-grade wooden furniture and cabinets per SOPs

Read and interpret technical drawings and schematics; plan the sequence of cutting and shaping operations

Maintain a clean, organized work area and storage space, keep equipment in good condition, and follow health and safety procedures at all times

Follow the production schedule, find efficiencies in the build process, and communicate improvements with the Production Manager

Select materials carefully -- matching wood colour, grain, and texture -- and apply finishes per SOPs

Create a warm, welcoming environment for workshop guests and customers, and lead or assist workshops and programs for residents and visitors

Review finished products with the Production Manager for quality sign-off, and repair/rebuild showroom and Inn furniture as needed

Build and optimize prototypes to establish baseline costing, manage production software entries accurately, and take part in monthly inventory counts

Participate in cross-training, mentor co-workers in assistant and student roles, and stay receptive to feedback and new skills

Perform additional duties as needed, and comply with all SSEI policies, procedures, and health & safety requirements

Qualifications and Experience

Experience with woodworking machinery and hand tools (jointer, planer, lathe, shaper, panelsaw, router)

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and schematics

Strong attention to detail and pride in craftsmanship

Experience with furniture fabrication, finishing, and repair

Comfortable working in a fast-paced production environment with deadlines

Strong communication skills for customer-facing workshop interactions

Passion for social business and a desire to make a difference in the community

Entrepreneurial spirit, positive attitude, and receptiveness to feedback and cross-training

Commitment to upholding the vision and goals of Fogo Island Inn, Shorefast Foundation, andaffiliated organizations

Sensitivity to the history and culture of rural Newfoundland

What We Offer

Competitive salary

Health and dental benefits, along with access to an employee assistance program for mental health support and work/life services

Team member discounts within our businesses (Fogo Island Inn and Fogo Island Workshops)

The technology necessary to complete your work, along with a cellphone plan

An engaged, highly supportive, and collaborative environment that encourages creativity andcuriosity

The opportunity to work in a thriving social enterprise

Continued learning and professional development training

To Apply

Please submit a cover letter and resume to careers@shorefast.org, with the subject line"Furniture Maker"; Questions about this position may also be directed here.

Deadline for Applications: Until filled.

We are grateful for all applications, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

At Shorefast, we endeavour to foster an accessible work environment and to ensure all in our care feel safe and valued. Please reach out if there is anything we can do to accommodate a more accessible or inclusive application process.

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Responsibilities

Fabricate, finish, and repair high-grade wooden furniture and objects using woodworking machinery and hand tools, following technical drawings, production schedules, and established quality and safety procedures. Support workshop operations by maintaining an organized workspace, improving production processes, assisting guests and workshops, managing prototypes and inventory records, and collaborating with and mentoring team members.

Requirements

Candidates should have experience operating woodworking machinery and hand tools, interpreting technical drawings, and fabricating, finishing, and repairing furniture. The role also calls for strong craftsmanship and attention to detail, effective communication, comfort with production deadlines, receptiveness to feedback and cross-training, and sensitivity to rural Newfoundland's history and culture.

Skills

Woodworking Machinery Operation
Hand Tool Operation
Furniture Fabrication
Furniture Finishing
Furniture Repair
Technical Drawing Interpretation
Material Selection
Quality Control
Production Scheduling
Prototype Development
Inventory Management
Attention To Detail
Craftsmanship
Communication
Health And Safety Compliance
Mentoring

Benefits

Health And Dental Benefits
Employee Assistance Program
Team Member Discounts
Cellphone Plan
Professional Development Training

Visa sponsorship

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Keywords

Woodworking
Furniture Fabrication
Furniture Repair
Furniture Finishing
Jointer
Planer
Lathe
Shaper
Panel Saw
Router
Hand Tools
Technical Drawings
Schematics
Standard Operating Procedures
Production Scheduling
Quality Control
Wood Selection
Prototyping
Production Costing
Production Software
Inventory Counts
Workshop Programs
Health And Safety
Cross-Training
Social Enterprise

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