Carpenter/Joiner

Criterion Industries Pty; Canning; On-site; AUD 44,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uniforms and PPE

Free on-site parking

Criterion Academy training

Job summary

Criterion Industries Pty in Western Australia is seeking an experienced Carpenter/Joiner to join our production team at the Canning Vale site. This hands-on role oversees daily joinery operations, ensuring quality and on-time production of timber doors and joinery products.

You will lead on the factory floor, coordinate workflow, read drawings, set up tools, and work with the team on a 7am-4pm shift. The role offers a competitive hourly rate, probation bonus, and opportunities through Criterion

Qualifications

• 3+ years experience in production joinery/carpentry or related field.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings/blueprints.
• Proficient with measuring tools and gauging procedures.
• Experience with CNC machine settings/programming is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily joinery operations on the production floor.
• Lead by example on the factory floor and manage workflow.
• Coordinate tasks, allocate resources, and ensure timelines.
• Maintain quality standards for timber doors and joinery products.
• Follow safety protocols and participate in training sessions.

Skills

Joinery

Carpentry

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Reading drawings

Measuring tools

CNC programming

Solid software

Tools

Solid software

Job description

Full-time Permanent Associate

Posted 12 Oct 2026

Description

Welcome to Criterion

We’re a 40+ year Australian family business that manufactures high-quality doors, sliding systems, and hardware for the commercial and residential building industry. We take pride in what we do and back each other to get the job done.

You’ll join a team that’s Energetic, Committed and United. You’ll work with people who care about doing things right, take ownership of their work, and support each other every day.

If you’ve worked in joinery, manufacturing, or hands-on carpentry - this is your opportunity. You’ll be part of a capable, close-knit team where your knowledge and initiative make a real impact every day.

About the Role

We’re looking for an experienced and motivated Carpenter/Joiner to join our production team at our Canning Vale, WA site.

This is a hands-on role where you’ll oversee daily joinery operations - ensuring production runs smoothly, quality standards are maintained.

You’ll lead by example on the factory floor, working alongside your team to manufacture high-quality timber doors and joinery products. You’ll also coordinate workflow, allocate tasks, manage timelines, and communicate with the Operations Manager to meet business goals.

What You’ll Be Doing Day-to-Day

• Measure, cut, shape and fit timber and joinery components based on detailed drawings and production requirements.
• Assemble timber components and joinery products accurately in accordance with specified dimensions and quality standards.
• Translate the requirements of detailed part drawings and/or sales order into measurements for production
• Perform proper set-up and calibration procedures for all equipment and accessories to be used on projects
• Ensure that every machine procedure is done in accordance with the strict guidelines of the company
• Follow all company safety protocol
• Inspect the work area and machines that were used during the day prior to leaving at the end of each shift
• Attend and actively participate in training classes and safety sessions
• When the item has been produced, you will be responsible for ensuring the item was produced to the customer’s requirements. This activity is called quality inspection.
• Any other joinery related by a senior member of staff.

What You’ll Bring

• 3 years’+ experience as a production worker(or related joinery/carpentry experience).
• Mechanical and technical skills knowledge of how Joinery tools/machine tools work
• Ability to read technical drawings and blueprints
• Ability to use key measuring tools
• Attention to detail and methodical approach
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Able to multi-task in a fast-paced warehouse environment
• Physical strength, fitness, stamina
• Ability to configure/program CNC machine settings. Skills in programming using b.Solid software will be advantageous.

What You’ll Get

• Full-time, stable role with Monday-Friday shifts (7am-4pm)
• Competitive hourly rate (based on experience), plus super
• Bonus (profit share) program after probation
• Training and development opportunities through Criterion Academy
• Uniforms and PPE suppliedFree on-site parking - work close to home

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