Specialty Department - Woodworker

SPECIALTY DEPARTMENT

- Woodworker Harris Hardwoods in Foreston, MN is hiring 1 Woodworker for our Specialty Department. We offer a competitive salary, broad range of benefits, great hours, 3-day weekends, and year around work! Reliable and responsible adults interested in long-term employment and growth potential are encouraged to apply.

Position Overview:

Woodworkers in our Specialty Department set up, operate, and tend a variety of machines, including: trim saw, profile sander, coping and end-matching machines, bore and drilling machines, pocket-hole cutters, and more. They also stack and package product, prepare product pallets for shipping, and complete paperwork and basic machine maintenance as trained. If you like variety in your day, this may be the job for you!

Education and Experience:

Mechanical skills and the ability to accurately use/read various measuring devices is helpful. All can be taught on the job when there is a desire and drive to learn. Other Duties and General Requirements Maintain good attendance and be punctual Be organized and make good use of time Keep the work area, machinery, and tools neat and clean and in proper order Follow standard operating procedures and seek continuous improvement throughout the department Follow all workplace safety guidelines The use of protective safety gear and equipment is always required Attend all safety training and other company meetings as required Stay informed by reading company communications and postings on the Employee Bulletin Board Be willing to cross-train when available and assist in other work areas when needed Read and understand the company's Employee Handbook for company policy, procedures and goals Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain consistent quality standards - ensuring project specifications are met Keep complete, accurate, legible documentation Be a self-starter, requiring minimal supervision to stay on task and complete assigned tasks Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and work collaboratively and respectfully with team members. Physical Requirements The use of safety glasses, hearing protection, protective shoes, and other specific PPE are required Must be able to: stand for long periods, walk, squat, stoop, bend, reach, and turn Must be able to negotiate all normal body movements associated with climbing a ladder Must be able to lift/move/push up to 75 lbs safely and correctly General Qualifications Minimum age requirement for machine operation: 18 years High School Diploma/GED Must be able to read, write, and communicate in English Must be willing to submit to a pre-employment drug test Must be able to reliably commute to Foreston MN Desirable qualifications (though not necessarily required): Basic computer skills and experience with MS Excel Ability to recognize wood species and grades of lumber Familiarity with saws, tools, and related equipment Working Conditions Regular work hours for 1st Shift are: Monday - Thursday 5:00am - 3:30pm, with occasional work required on Fridays. Workplace noise is in the high range and requires to use of hearing protection The workplace is a semi-climate-controlled environment - it will be warm in the summer and cold in the winter Wood dust will be present

Disclaimer:

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this classification. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job. Harris Hardwoods encourages cross-training, so learning other machines and duties will be a part of the job. This job description is not intended to offer nor create a contract between Harris Hardwoods LLC and any individual.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$19.00 - $23.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Referral program Vision insurance

Language:

English (Required) Ability to

Commute:

Foreston, MN 56330 (Required)

Work Location:

In person