Associate, Woodwork

Watkins Wellness; Cokato (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Watkins Wellness in Minnesota is seeking a dedicated woodworker to manufacture quality products from drawings and orders. You will set up and operate sawing and drilling equipment, read blueprints, and ensure parts meet exact tolerances while adhering to safety rules.

Work involves lifting 75–100 lbs occasionally, regular attendance, and potential overtime. We offer a wage of $22 per hour, full-time hours, benefits, and opportunities to grow within a respected manufacturing team.

Qualifications

• High School Education or GED.
• 1 year in a woodworking or manufacturing environment preferred.
• Ability to lift 75 – 100 lbs. occasionally.
• Knowledge of a variety of woodworking equipment and blueprint/drawing comprehension.

Responsibilities

• Set-up and operate wood sawing machines.
• Operate drill presses, routers, sanders, planers and wood-nailing machines.
• Work from drawings to determine size and shape of items manufactured.
• Follow safety rules and procedures.
• Provide regular, consistent and timely attendance.

Skills

Quality conscience

Time management

Math and writing

Woodworking equipment knowledge

Blueprint reading

Team player

Education

High School / GED

Job description

Manufacture a quality product from supplied drawings and manufacturing orders using the proper materials free from defect. Use a variety of woodworking practices and tools including - saws, air nailers, and sanding equipment in a safe and efficient manner.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Woodworking

• Set-up and operate wood sawing machines
• Operate drill presses, routers, sanders, planers and wood-nailing machines
• Work from drawings to determine size and shape of items manufactured

Quality

• Ability to choose best material and lengths for a given task
• Be an important part in the department quality control program
• Show consistent initiative in creating a quality product

Safety

• Follow safety rules and procedures
• Report unsafe acts, all accidents and near misses
• Operate equipment correctly and only if trained and authorized to do so
• Follow good housekeeping practices

Other Essential Job Functions

• Provide regular, consistent and timely attendance
• Ability to lift 30-50 lbs. frequently and 70-100 lbs. occasionally
• Work in an environment that has the potential for wood dust particles to be floating in the air
• Some overtime may be required

Qualifications

High School Education or GED

1 year in a woodworking or manufacturing environment preferred

Ability to lift 75 – 100 lbs. occasionally

Skills And Knowledge

• Quality conscience
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Basic math and writing aptitude
• Knowledge of a variety of woodworking equipment
• Blueprint/drawing comprehension
• Team player with a positive attitude

At Sauna360, a Watkins Wellness company, we believe that everyone should ‘Feel good. Live well’. We offer employees the opportunity to join a dynamic, growing industry leader with an outstanding and well-deserved reputation for leadership and commitment to our employees, customers and community. Our employees are eligible to receive exceptional health and wellness benefits, paid time off, company bonus, profit sharing, 401k match, education assistance, and much more. We are proud of the people we are and the products we make — products that help people live better.

We look for candidates that exhibit The Watkins Way (always Ethical, endeavors to be Transparent, embraces Inclusion, welcomes Diverse backgrounds and perspectives, Accommodating, believes in Work-Life Balance, puts Safety First, Accountable, values Relationships, Passionate, Team Player, and Goal Driven).

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

Hiring Wage: $22

Company: Watkins Wellness

Shift 1 (United States of America)Full time

Watkins (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and we strive to employ the most qualified individuals for every position. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all people involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.

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