Directory of Semiskilled Trades

Sector : 05 - Woodworking and Furniture Making Info

8756 Wood Door and Window Assembler

M756
Field of application Wood door and window assemblers work in plants that manufacture solid, aluminum-clad or PVC-clad wood doors and windows, including vertical sash (guillotine), awning, casement and sliding windows.
Other job titles No other job titles

549 - Prepare the assembly (furniture, cabinets or doors and windows) 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Correct identification of materials, if applicable
  • Accurate interpretation of assembly plan and steps
  • Correct visualization of the product to be made
  • Good organizational skills

Tasks

  • Receive instructions from the person in charge.
  • Read the production specifications (assembly methods, fastening materials, assembly sequence, part dimensions, etc.) or the shipping labels.
  • Verify the availability of the materials required (fastening materials such as nails and screws; assembly hardware such as slides, fittings or hinges; raw materials such as sealants and glue, etc.).
  • Verify the availability and quality of all the parts needed to assemble the product.
  • Set aside all irregular parts and place them in the designated areas.
  • Check the operating condition of the tools or equipment.
  • Ensure that the personal protective equipment is in good working order and put it on.
  • Detect any problems and notify the person in charge.

825601 - Machine parts or profiles made of wood or cladding materials Optional task or competency 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Compliance with quality standards
  • Compliance with procedures or production plan
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of tools and equipment

Tasks

  • Select materials (parts or profiles made of jointed or unjointed wood or cladding materials).
  • Identify colour defects, cracks, warping, etc.
  • Use templates.
  • Mark pieces.
  • Cut wood pieces or profiles or cladding materials using a conventional, automatic or numerically controlled radial saw.
  • Place wood profiles in the tenoning machine to reshape the tenons. Optional task or competency
  • Check the quality of the work.
  • Place the piece or profiles on the cart.
  • Detect any problems and notify the person in charge.

825602 - Assembl1e door and window frames or window sashes 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Compliance with quality standards
  • Compliance with procedures or production plan
  • Compliance with assembly sequence
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of tools and equipment
  • Demonstration of ability to work in a team

Tasks

  • Select the components (sill, head and jambs).
  • Prepare the assembly table.
  • Apply sealant to the tips of the frames or glue to the tips of the sashes.
  • Place the sill, head or jambs of the frames or sashes in the press and turn on the pneumatic clamps.
  • Staple the components of the frames or nail the components of the sashes.
  • Check the squareness of the frames or sashes.
  • Clean off excess sealant or glue.
  • Complete the assembly: screw the hardware, attach the mouldings, insert weatherstripping, etc.
  • Detect any problems and notify the person in charge.

550 - Install doorlites or sealed units in window sashes 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Compliance with quality standards
  • Compliance with procedures or production plan
  • Proper installation direction
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of tools
  • Meticulous work
  • Vigilance

Tasks

  • Select the doorlite or sealed unit.
  • Insert the doorlite and seal the joint, or glue the glazing tape before inserting the sealed unit.
  • Install the cross bar, glazing strips or mouldings.
  • Install the grille. Optional task or competency
  • Apply a final coat of sealant to the outside joint. Optional task or competency
  • Detect any problems and notify the person in charge.

825603 - Mount doors or window sashes in their frames 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Compliance with quality standards
  • Compliance with procedures or production plan
  • Compliance with order of assembly
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of tools and equipment
  • Demonstration of ability to work in a team

Tasks

  • Place the assembled door or window frame on a work bench or in a press.
  • Place the door or window sash inside the frame.
  • Screw the hinges onto the door frame or the fixed sash to the window frame, or attach the hardware of the operable sash.
  • Make the necessary adjustments.
  • Insert the window screen.
  • Match up the windows. Optional task or competency
  • Check the quality of the product and remove irregular products.
  • Touch up the paint or stain, as needed. Optional task or competency
  • Detect any problems and notify the person in charge.

552 - Prepare the product for shipping 2

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Compliance with quality standards
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Proper use of equipment

Tasks

  • Affix the company logo and stickers (CSA, Energy Star, etc.).
  • Cover with protective cardboard or attach wooden corner protectors or any other protective device.
  • Include the installation instructions and necessary hardware.
  • Perform the final quality check (cleanliness, squareness, condition of operable parts, etc.).
  • Place the product on the tray of the wrapping machine and start the machine.

105 - Keep the workspace clean and orderly, in an industrial setting 1

Performance criteria

  • Observance of occupational health and safety rules
  • Observance of environmental laws and regulations
  • Compliance with work instructions
  • Observance of maintenance schedule
  • Compliance with the storage or warehousing plan
  • Proper application of work techniques
  • Concern for using materials sparingly
  • Order and cleanliness

Tasks

  • Put away the parts or products in their designated areas.
  • Clean the tools and equipment. Optional task or competency
  • Sort and put away all materials used. Optional task or competency
  • Clean and sweep the work areas.
  • Salvage scrap materials for recycling and dispose of waste.
  • Report signs of breakage to the maintenance service or person in charge.
Info Optional competency or task. Competencies or tasks marked with this symbol are not required in all workplaces. They could be included in a student’s training plan if the practicum setting offers the opportunity for the student to apply them.