Taxidermist Apprentice Assistant

Job Description Job Description Description:

Location

Blanchard, Michigan

Reports to

Production Manager - Taxidermy

Benefits

Matching 401(k) program and a complimentary financial advisor available. Medical / prescription, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life, and more insurance options available after 90-day waiting period. Paid personal time, paid vacation time, paid holidays.

Summary

This position's primary job duty will be learning the taxidermy trade. The position is expected to learn the proper way to prep a skin for mounting in a timely manner. Further training and expectation will include prepping forms and work in to mounting pieces. This position will report to senior Taxidermists and the Production Manager of the Taxidermy Department in all job-related duties including maintaining and organization work area(s).

Essential Functions

Prep, sew, and set antlers.

Organize and take care of materials in supply rooms.

Work closely with Taxidermists

Maintain a high level of quality in their work and personal accountability

Perform other relative duties assigned by supervisors or managers

Competencies

Collaboration Skills

Thoroughness

Time Management

Communication Skills

Excellent Attendance

Preferred Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED

Taxidermy or related experience

Physical Demands

The job requires the ability to bend, stand, and lift. Must be able to stand for extensive periods of time. Lifting requirements are classified as Medium Work. Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This position is a full-time hourly position. Standard weekly hours are Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM This position will assist delivery of taxidermy trophies at designated customers' homes or place of destination. Out of state travel is required for this position at least 7 to 10 days once a month.

Requirements:

Company Description Are you interested in that perfect work/life balance and a schedule you can plan your life around? What about a company who is committed to investing in your future? Or maybe you're a passionate hunter and are looking for a career which coincides with that passion. If so, know that several of our open full-time positions offer 3-day weekends, early afternoons, and a consistent schedule! We are matching 401k contributions, developing leaders, and growing our business.

The Wildlife Gallery is a business built on Christian values and high integrity. We value; positive attitudes, teamwork, taking pride in our work, continued growth and development, and accountability. We do our best, we do what's right, and we treat others the way that we want to be treated.

In our Tannery Division: We pledge to be an asset to the taxidermy industry and to tirelessly work toward achieving a higher standard of product and customer service. We are a TEAM with a "can do" attitude, constantly re-evaluating our product, quality, and service. We are open to change and striving for excellence in every area.

If you would like to learn more about our employment opportunities, please apply. Company Description Are you interested in that perfect work/life balance and a schedule you can plan your life around? What about a company who is committed to investing in your future? Or maybe you're a passionate hunter and are looking for a career which coincides with that passion. If so, know that several of our open full-time positions offer 3-day weekends, early afternoons, and a consistent schedule! We are matching 401k contributions, developing leaders, and growing our business. The Wildlife Gallery is a business built on Christian values and high integrity. We value; positive attitudes, teamwork, taking pride in our work, continued growth and development, and accountability. We do our best, we do what's right, and we treat others the way that we want to be treated. In our Tannery Division: We pledge to be an asset to the taxidermy industry and to tirelessly work toward achieving a higher standard of product and customer service. We are a TEAM with a "can do" attitude, constantly re-evaluating our product, quality, and service. We are open to change and striving for excellence in every area. If you would like to learn more about our employment opportunities, please apply.