Cut Saw Operator

Description

Position Title: Cut Saw Operator

Reports To: Mill Production Manager

Shift: 6am - 2:30pm, Monday - Friday

About the Role

We’re looking for a dependable, safety-driven team member to join our Milling department as a Cut Saw Operator. In this role, you’ll operate a CNC-assisted cut saw (very simple “push go/stop” operation), inspect material, and help prepare precise Lineal wood components used in cabinet production. Basic understanding of wood grain and species is very helpful.

If you enjoy hands-on, consistent work, and are looking for a stable indoor weekday schedule, this is a great fit, especially for someone with basic construction experience who is ready for a year-round role with predictable hours.

What You’ll Do

• Read and interpret production order specifications and tags
• Inspect lumber for knots or defects and mark materials for accuracy
• Feed material through the CNC-assisted cut saw system
• Follow established production standards, safety rules, and department procedures
• Perform repetitive motions and maintain accuracy across high-volume tasks
• Use production tools such as tape measures, calipers, wrenches, and screwdrivers
• Work collaboratively with your team to meet daily goals
• Complete machine-specific training before operating equipment 

Requirements

What You Bring

General

• Strong focus on SAFETY
• Attention to DETAIL - we follow specific work instructions - all work must be completed with accuracy and efficiency
• GROWTH mindset and TEAM focus- ready to learn and lend a helping hand
• English communication skills (reading, speaking, and understanding) to perform essential job duties such as following safety procedures, reading production documentation, and communicating with team members, leads, and supervisors

Specific

• Ability to read and interpret drawings, schematics, and work-order tags
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort using hand tools
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions accurately
• Manufacturing experience (preferred)
• OMGA Operator Experience (preferred, not required — we train!)
• Ability to thrive in a team-oriented, fast-paced environment

Work Environment

This position is in an active manufacturing area. You can expect:

• Indoor, temperature-variable manufacturing setting
• Exposure to wood dust and cabinet-making materials
• Loud noise levels with required PPE
• Standing on concrete or wood flooring for most of the shift

Physical Requirements

This is an active, hands-on role requiring work that involves repetitive motion for extended periods. Solid candidates will be comfortable working around loud, fast-moving production machinery.  Additional physical details of the role:

• Constant standing and walking throughout the shift
• Frequent reaching, including work at or above shoulder level
• Frequent twisting, bending/stooping
• Frequent grasping and hand/wrist movement requiring manual dexterity
• Frequent fine motor manipulation for measuring, adjusting, and handling materials
• Occasional lifting or carrying of 20–25 lbs., and frequent lifting of 1–20 lbs.
• Occasional pushing/pulling of carts on wheels
• Occasional operation of foot controls
• Exposure to low- and high-impact vibration from tools and machinery
• Ability to maintain visual accuracy for inspecting materials as well as ensuring safety

Who We Are

Canyon Creek is a leading West Coast manufacturer of premium, semi-custom cabinetry. For 45 years, we’ve partnered with distributors to deliver beautifully crafted, highly customizable products. Our breadth of options, deep expertise, and commitment to quality make us the partner of choice.

At Canyon Creek Cabinet Company, we share one mission: delighting our customers. Every project is a collaboration—powered by the craftsmanship, resources, and customer care that define who we are.

Our Culture

Everything starts with our people. We want every team member to feel safe, supported, valued, and connected to meaningful work. At Canyon Creek we value:

• Customer Focus - We build partnerships, our customer's success is our success
• Trust - We reliably operate with integrity and fairness
• Teamwork - We empower each other and commit as a team
• Excellence - We take tremendous pride in our work, products and services

Compensation / Benefits:

• Hourly rate based on experience, skills, and abilities
• First 45-days success = $0.75 hourly rate increase
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401k with company match
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Training & Development Opportunities 

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO): We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate based on protected (or any other) characteristics.

ADA Accommodation: Reasonable accommodation is available for applicants and employees with disabilities.

Washington State Paid Leave: This position is covered under Washington Paid Sick Leave and Paid Family & Medical Leave programs.

Washington State At-Will Employment: Employment is at-will and may be ended by either party at any time. 

Salary : $22 - $26