Position Summary We are seeking reliable, hardworking, and detail-oriented individuals to join our wood manufacturing and assembly team. The Wood Cutting & Assembly Operator is responsible for cutting, measuring, sorting, stacking, and assembling wooden components according to established production specifications and structural designs. This position involves operating wood-cutting equipment, using hand tools, assembling wooden structures with metal connector plates, inspecting finished products, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment. Ideal candidates should have basic math skills, the ability to accurately read a tape measure in inches, good attention to detail, and the physical ability to perform demanding manufacturing tasks. Available Shifts & Work Schedule Second Shift: • Workdays: Monday – Friday • Start Time: 4:00 PM • End Time: 1:00 AM (following day) • No scheduled overtime or Saturday work. Required Workwear & Tools: • Work boots. • Weather-appropriate clothing. • Tape measure. • Hammer. • Belt-mounted hammer holder. Key Responsibilities Wood Cutting & Preparation • Measure and cut wooden boards and components according to predetermined structural designs and production specifications. • Operate wood-cutting machinery safely and efficiently while following established operating procedures. • Use a tape measure to verify accurate dimensions and proper cuts. • Sort and stack cut wooden components according to size and intended use. • Identify defective, damaged, or incorrectly cut pieces and separate them from acceptable materials. • Maintain organized storage and staging areas for processed wooden components. Wood Assembly & Production • Select appropriate wooden components according to required measurements and structural designs. • Position and arrange wooden pieces on assembly tables according to production specifications. • Use metal connector plates to join wooden components and create assembled structures. • Use a hammer to manually position and secure metal connector plates before final pressing. • Operate or assist with roller-press machinery to ensure connector plates are securely embedded into assembled wooden structures. • Inspect assembled components to verify proper measurements, alignment, and assembly quality. • Follow production instructions to maintain consistent quality and efficiency. Material Handling & Labeling • Use authorized hydraulic material-handling equipment to move assembled structures to designated stacking and transportation areas. • Safely organize and stack finished products. • Use computer systems to generate production labels. • Label wooden components and assembled products according to size, specifications, and intended use. • Maintain accurate identification and organization of materials throughout the production process. General Production & Safety • Maintain clean, safe, and organized workstations. • Follow all established manufacturing procedures and workplace safety requirements. • Properly use required tools and personal protective equipment (PPE). • Report equipment malfunctions, defective materials, and unsafe conditions to supervisors. • Assist with general cleaning and maintenance of production areas. • Perform outdoor maintenance duties, including snow shoveling during winter months, as assigned. • Collaborate with team members to meet production goals. • Perform additional production-related duties as assigned. Qualifications & Requirements • Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure, including measurements in inches. • Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, and measurement calculations. • Ability to follow verbal and written work instructions. • Familiarity with basic hand tools, particularly hammers and measuring tapes. • Ability to work safely around manufacturing machinery and equipment. • Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality. • Ability to perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced production environment. • Good teamwork and communication skills. • Dependable attendance and punctuality. • Willingness to learn manufacturing procedures and equipment operation. • Ability to work the assigned first- or second-shift schedule. Physical Requirements • Ability to lift, carry, push, and move materials weighing up to 50 lbs. • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods. • Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, reach, carry, and climb as required by job duties. • Ability to perform repetitive physical movements throughout the workday. • Manual dexterity to operate hand tools and handle wooden components. • Ability to work in indoor and outdoor production environments. • Ability to work in varying weather conditions, including cold, heat, and moisture. • Ability to safely perform physically demanding production activities. Safety & Quality Expectations • Follow all workplace safety policies and equipment operating procedures. • Use required protective equipment and appropriate workwear. • Maintain accurate measurements and consistent assembly quality. • Follow established production specifications and structural designs. • Identify and report defective materials or unsafe conditions. • Keep production areas clean and organized. • Work efficiently to meet daily production requirements. Additional Information Required Items: Work boots, weather-appropriate clothing, tape measure, hammer, and belt-mounted hammer holder.