Lamination Panel Cell Millworker

Why Work at Hardwood Industries, Inc.?

Hardwood Industries, Inc. is a family-owned manufacturer and distributor of premium hardwood products, supplying customers across the country. We take pride in craftsmanship, safety, teamwork, and long-term employment. If you enjoy hands-on work, learning skilled trades, and being part of a production team that values quality and accountability, we invite you to apply.

Position Summary
The Lamination Panel Cell Millworker supports laminated panel production and related millwork operations in Departments C & D. This role operates within a continuous improvement–focused manufacturing environment, where employees are encouraged to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and teamwork through ongoing learning and process improvement. This position includes machine off‑bearing, panel lamination, lumber tallying, and maintaining a safe, clean work environment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Sander Off-Bearer

• Off-bear lumber behind the sander
• Rack and stack lumber properly
• Identify sanding belt issues affecting surface quality
• Change sander belts under direction of the planer operator
• Maintain cleanliness of the area behind the sander
• Learn full operation of the sander and millwork processes

Lumber Tallying

• Accurately use tally sticks for piece counts
• Complete tally cards and customer work orders
• Perform board foot calculations
• Identify and deduct defects such as splits during tallying

Rip Saw Off-Bearer

• Off-bear behind rip saw
• Rack and stack lumber
• Identify dimensional issues
• Change arbor and shoes under operator direction
• Assist with production tallies
• Maintain cleanliness of saw area
• Learn full rip saw and millwork operations

Chop Saw / Opti-Chop (S-90 & S-200)

• Follow all safety procedures at all times
• Set up and cut various lumber lengths
• Identify dimensional defects
• Label and tally lumber accurately
• Keep saw area clean and organized

Dust Collection

• Empty dust bins and containers safely
• Wear required PPE (safety glasses, dust masks)
• Empty dust collector into truck
• Use horn to loosen compacted dust

Panel Lamination (Taylor Clamp Rack)

• Load and unload glued panels
• Adjust clamping pressure based on wood species
• Align staves to minimize bowing and cupping

General Millwork Duties

• Operate hand banding machines and band chopper
• Operate forklifts safely
• Understand complete order flow
• Stack lumber to standard unit widths with proper sticker placement
• Follow all required safety practices
• Perform limited operation of millwork machinery

Perform other duties as assigned

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Knowledge of millwork and warehouse equipment or ability to learn
• Basic math skills (add, subtract, multiply, divide; calculate board footage)
• Ability to read, understand, and communicate job-related information in English
• Ability to use computers and software applications, including Microsoft Office
• Ability to safely operate a forklift (training provided as needed)

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Use hands and arms to handle materials and operate equipment
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, crouch, climb, and balance
• Frequently lift up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift up to 100 pounds

Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

• Indoor manufacturing environment
• Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts
• Occasional exposure to dust, fumes, airborne particles, and chemicals
• High noise levels
• Constant emphasis on safety and PPE use

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Hardwood Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Salary : $19 - $22