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Taxidermist Apprentice Assistant

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The Wildlife Gallery Inc

Blanchard, MI (In Person)

Full-Time

Posted 4 weeks ago (Updated 4 weeks ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 5/27/2026

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Job 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.
Pay:
From $15.00 per hour Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
Benefits:
401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance On-the-job training Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance
Work Location:
In person

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