MB Utility Tech Line 1

About the role

For more than 70 years, MasterBrand has been shaping the places where people come together, enriching lives and creating meaningful memories for our customers. We are the #1 manufacturer of residential cabinets in North America, and our associates produce the most comprehensive portfolio of superior cabinetry products for the kitchen, bath and other parts of the home. Come see why our associates love working at MasterBrand.

About the role

Utility Technician

Organizational Relationship

This position reports directly to the Line 1 Supervisor.

Position Summary

The Utility Technician provides operational support across multiple functions within the department to ensure production goals, quality standards, and customer requirements are achieved. This position performs a variety of assignments including quality verification, repair and rework activities, material movement, inventory support, cross-functional assistance, and training support. The Utility Technician serves as a flexible resource and may be assigned to different work areas based on business needs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Repair certified and may repair fixable reject cabinets, doors, and components identified during inspection processes.
• Verify dimensions, specifications, and measurements of parts to ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Verify accuracy of carts, materials, and components delivered to production lines.
• Maintain working knowledge of cabinet parts, measurements, door styles, drawer styles, and wood species.
• Read and accurately use a tape measure and other measuring devices.
• Read, understand, and utilize production paperwork, labels, tags, and department tablet applications.
• Rework cabinets, doors, drawers, and related components as required.
• Expedite materials, doors, drawers, cabinets, and parts from supporting departments to maintain production flow.
• Retrieve and transport pallets, parts, and materials to production lines as needed.
• Assist with returning cabinets to production and shipping in a timely manner.
• Support inventory activities, including participation in physical inventories.
• Assist department leads and provide support coverage when needed.
• Assist in the training and development of new employees.
• Maintain flexibility to work in multiple areas and perform a variety of departmental functions.
• Rotate into other positions as directed by supervision to meet operational requirements.
• Maintain housekeeping and organization of assigned work areas.
• Participate in cross-training programs and maintain proficiency in multiple job functions.
• Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and work practices.
• Participate in company wellness and exercise programs as required.
• Maintain satisfactory attendance and dependability standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Knowledge of cabinet construction, component parts, door and drawer styles, and wood species.
• Ability to read and interpret specifications, documents, labels, and production paperwork.
• Ability to accurately read a tape measure.
• Basic computer and tablet application proficiency.
• Ability to identify quality issues and perform repairs or rework activities.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to prioritize work and adapt to changing production demands.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while maintaining quality standards.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Manufacturing, assembly, production, quality, or repair experience preferred.
• Ability to safely lift, carry, push, and pull materials in accordance with company guidelines.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, reach, and perform repetitive activities throughout the workday.

Internal Posting Notice

This position will be posted internally for five (5) business days prior to external recruitment.