Wood Processing Assistant at Warmoth Guitar Products

South Hill, Washington, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Jan, 26

Salary

16.66

Posted On

24 Oct, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Wood Processing, Electric Saws, Sanding, Jointers, Carpentry, Attention to Detail, Organization, Decision-Making, Safety Procedures, Material Inspection, Inventory Management, Cutting Techniques, Heavy Lifting, Hand-Eye Coordination, Repetitive Tasks, Quality Standards

Industry

Music

Description

Description Entry Level - We will train you! Do you enjoy working with your hands? Then this might be just the job for you! We are seeking a detail-oriented individual to process and coordinate wood materials for production. This person will operate a variety of light industrial machinery to process wood components to create both guitar necks and bodies. The position requires the ability to assess material for optimal use, accurately cut material to maximize usable output, and operate woodworking equipment with precision to support production needs. If this sounds like the right gig for you, we look forward to reviewing your application! Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Manage wood inventory, organizing and transporting it, as needed. Plan wood use, determining the best arrangement and cut for each part. Inspect wood for defects while processing it with a focus on maximizing yield and minimizing waste. Grade and organize wood according to it’s grade. Operate a variety of electric saws, sanders, and jointers. Cut, slice, resaw, glue, joint, trim, chop, rip, sand, plane, route wood to specified dimensions. Ensure the health & safety of yourself and others by following policies, procedures, and always acting in a safe manner. The ideal candidate is someone who… has a basic knowledge of: a variety of electric sanders, other electric tools and hand tools. operating light industrial machinery. has: Excellent organization and attention to detail Positive and constructive attitude Confident decision-making skills and is able to: stand and occasionally walk for an 8-hour period. bend and twist upper and lower body. reach, grasp, grip to move and lift long and heavy wooden boards. move items up to 60 lbs. transport wood using a truck and/or trailer. tolerate a dusty work environment. accurately follow instructions. stay focused and alert while performing repetitive tasks. work at a quick pace while maintaining superior quality standards. maintain hand-eye coordination and finger dexterity for an 8-hour period. maintain good vision to include close vision and depth perception for an 8-hour period. Job Requirements: High school diploma or equivalent One year of relevant fast-paced production, and manufacturing experience preferred One year of carpentry, wood processing, or woodworking experience preferred Working Environment: This position does not supervise other positions but may assist with training other employees. It is full-time, onsite, Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM. The work location for this position is manufacturing and may experience a loud and/or dusty environment. This work area is not temperature controlled and may experience higher temperatures in the summer. This individual will primarily work independently but may interact with team members as needed throughout the day. This position occasionally requires use of a personal vehicle for reimbursable work-related travel. Location: On-site at our Puyallup, WA site Hours: Full Time, Mon-Fri, 8:00am-4:30pm Compensation: Starting $16.66 - $16.66 Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, & Vision Coverage Supplemental Insurance Life Insurance Employee Assistance Program Employee Discount Program 401(k) with Employer Match (4%) 8 Paid Holidays, as they fall on weekdays Vacation Sick Leave THE COMPANY: Warmoth Guitar Products, maker of the finest custom guitar and bass parts on the planet, is a family owned and operated business located in Puyallup on South Hill. Warmoth is the largest manufacturer of quality custom guitar and bass parts in the US for over 45 years. We love guitars and our customers love them too. Learn more about us at www.warmoth.com. For consideration, please include: Resume & references. A description of experience and/or qualities that you possess that are listed in the sections above and how they would benefit our company. Indeed Experience Qualifiers: Manufacturing: 1 year (Preferred) Fast Paced Production: 1 year (Preferred) Woodworking: 1 year (Preferred) Job Type: Full-time Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Employee assistance program Employee discount Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Responsibilities

The Wood Processing Assistant will manage wood inventory, plan wood use, and inspect wood for defects while processing. They will operate various woodworking equipment to cut and shape wood components for production.