Production Worker - 1st Shift - Puyallup, WA

Production Worker – Wood ManufacturingL.J. Smith Stair Systems | NOVO Building Products Pay: $21.00–$25.00 per hour, depending on experience

Schedule:

Monday–Friday | 6:00 AM–2:30 PM

Employment Type:

Full-Time Build Your Career in Manufacturing!

L.J. Smith Stair Systems, part of NOVO Building Products, is looking for dependable, detail-oriented Production Workers to join our manufacturing team!

If you enjoy working with your hands, operating machinery, and taking pride in producing quality products, this could be a great opportunity for you.

As a Production Worker, you'll help manufacture high-quality wood stair components using specialized woodworking equipment and tools. You'll be responsible for safely operating machinery, maintaining production standards, and ensuring products meet quality specifications.

What You'll DoSet up, adjust, and operate woodworking equipment, including drill presses, lathes, routers, planers, shapers, and wood-nailing machines.

Manufacture wood stair components using hand tools, production machinery, and CNC equipment.

Read work orders and product specifications to determine materials, machine setups, and production requirements.

Measure and inspect products using tape measures, calipers, gauges, and templates to ensure accuracy and quality.

Inspect materials before and after production to identify defects.

Monitor production output, equipment downtime, and material waste.

Accurately record production activity using computer systems and written documentation.

Identify and report equipment maintenance needs or performance concerns.

Follow all safety procedures, including proper machine guarding and use of personal protective equipment (PPE).Assist with training new employees and supporting other production departments as needed.

Work overtime, alternate shifts, or weekends when business needs require.

Perform additional duties as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications Must be at least 18 years old.

High school diploma or GED.Ability to use computers for production transactions, reporting, and manufacturing systems.

Basic math and geometry skills.

Ability to accurately use measuring tools such as tape measures, calipers, and gauges.

Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality products.

Ability to follow work instructions, troubleshoot issues, and manage multiple tasks.

Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Commitment to workplace safety and proper use of tools and PPE.

Preferred Qualifications 3 or more years of manufacturing experience, particularly setting up and operating woodworking equipment.

Experience with CNC machinery, routers, planers, or similar production equipment.

Previous experience in wood products, millwork, or building materials manufacturing.

Physical Requirements This is an active, hands-on manufacturing position that requires:

Standing throughout the shift and performing repetitive hand movements.

Frequent reaching, grasping, handling materials, and operating equipment.

Walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, and twisting as needed.

Lifting, pushing, or pulling up to 50 pounds independently.

Handling 75–100 pounds with assistance.

Working in an environment with seasonal temperature changes and exposure to wood dust.

Adequate vision and depth perception to safely operate machinery and inspect products.

Travel:
None required.

Why Join L.J. Smith Stair Systems?

At L.J. Smith Stair Systems, you'll be part of a team dedicated to producing quality wood stair components used in homes and buildings. As part of NOVO Building Products, you'll contribute to an established manufacturing operation where safety, teamwork, quality, and productivity matter.

Ready to put your skills to work? Apply today and join our manufacturing team!

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