Production Associate; Panel Door Fabricator III - 1st Shift

Job Category
:
Operations

Requisition Number
: PRODU
002177

• Posted:
  December 31, 2025
• Full-Time

1100 Crystal Drive Princeton, MN 55371 USA

Crystal Cabinet Works is seeking a Panel Door Fabricator III to join our team in Princeton, MN!

Since 1947, Crystal Cabinet Works has been a custom cabinet manufacturer located in central Minnesota. We are recognized for the exceptional value we build into every cabinet. We sell our fine cabinetry through independent kitchen and bath dealers throughout the USA and Canada. Our business is about crafting amazing cabinets with amazing people; working together to ensure everything fits together perfectly.

Schedule and Pay:

1st

Shift: Monday through Thursday 5:00 AM - 3:15 PM OR Monday - Thursday 6:00 AM - 4:15 PM ;
Friday OT hours required as needed
Salary Grade D
$20.20 - $24.40

Job Summary:

The Panel Door Fabricator III is responsible for performing the job duties of the Door Builder/Clamp Operator. Also, sets up and operates a variety of woodworking machines to sand/surface, cut, shape, etc. Additionally, component parts for the fabrication of cabinet doors to meet production needs in accordance with job orders, special requests and detailed paperwork.

Job Duties:

• Pulls panels as needed by wood specie, graining and special wood characteristics as identified on the job order.
• Maintains the ability to interpret job orders, detailed drawings and special request product.
• Follows cut list and cuts panels to specifications.
• Sets up doors by cutting stiles and rails per door/per order in preparation for assembly.
• Organizes each door with correct panel, stile, rail, etc. according to cut list, job order or detailed drawing.
• Sets up and operates a wide variety of machines in the fabrication of doors and parts, i.e., chop saw, panel shaper, etc.
• Organizes and controls drop off.
• Works with manager on product issues, material, machine and safety concerns that can cause problems with meeting production needs.
• Selects, installs and adjusts saw blades, cutter heads, boring bits, and sanding belts in respective machines as well as adjusts to specifications as needed/required.
• Repairs product by hand or with the use of an orbital sander.
• Moves sanded product to next step in the process per job order.
• Inspects work ensuring it meets specifications and quality standards using, easel as needed.
• Organizes and prioritizes green slips to arrange rework to meet daily/weekly production needs as well as expedites and follows through on rework.
• Maintains all working areas in a clean, safe and orderly fashion.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical Insurance Plan Options and Dental Plan Options
• Crystal Family Care Clinic for Employees & Their Dependents
• Health Savings (HSA) with Company Contribution and Flexible Health Care (FSA)
• Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Birthday Pay
• 401(k) Retirement Savings with Company Match
• Profit Sharing(discretionary)
• Quarterly Bonus (discretionary)
• Company Provided Life Insurance and Voluntary Employee, Spouse, and Child Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Cabinet Discounts
• Rewards and Recognition Programs
• Scholarship Program for Dependents of Crystal Cabinet Employees
• Discount Programs Through AT&T Wireless

Crystal Cabinet Works, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer extending equal employment and advancement opportunity to all applicants and employees without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, veteran’s status, marital status, sexual orientation, age, disability, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Preferred Education: High School or better.

Required Experience: 3 years related experience.