Production Team Member

The Tongue & Groove Store; Hermantown (MN); On-site; USD 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401k

Paid holidays + PTO

Paid breaks

Employee discounts

Overtime pay

Job summary

The Tongue & Groove Store in Duluth, MN is seeking a Production Team Member to join a hands-on wood production team. You will be on your feet daily, feeding equipment, inspecting lumber, and helping finish products.

This entry-level role offers steady hours, growth potential, and a clear path to higher-paying positions. Starting pay is $20/hour with 1.5x overtime, paid breaks, and benefits including health insurance and 401k with company match.

Qualifications

• Must be able to lift up to 75 lbs and stay active throughout the shift.
• No experience required; entry-level position with growth potential.
• Basic math and ability to read a tape measure (1/16) helpful.

Responsibilities

• Feed and catch material from production equipment.
• Inspect lumber and remove defects.
• Sand, stain, and finish wood products.
• Package finished materials (wrap, banding, etc.).
• Follow work orders and maintain quality standards.

Skills

Physical stamina

Basic Math

Tape measure reading

Teamwork

Job description

Production Team Member – $20/hr + No Weekends + Paid Training

The Tongue & Groove Store – Duluth, MN

Start a stable, full-time job with great benefits, steady hours, and room to grow-no experience needed.

What You Get:

• Starting pay: $20/hour
• 1.5x overtime pay
• No weekend work
• Paid breaks (rare in manufacturing)
• Health insurance (Gold Plan)
• 401k/IRA with company match
• Paid holidays + PTO (increases with tenure)
• Employee discounts

Why People Like Working Here:

• Steady, year-round work
• Clean, organized, bright shop
• Smaller team-no big factory environment
• You're not just a number here
• Clear path to higher-paying roles

What You'll Do:

• Feed and catch material from production equipment
• Inspect lumber and remove defects
• Sand, stain, and finish wood products
• Package finished materials (wrap, banding, etc.)
• Follow work orders and maintain quality standards

This is a hands-on role-you'll be on your feet and working with real wood products every day.

Start Here. Move Up Fast.

This is an entry-level position with real growth potential. You can advance into:

• Machine Operator roles
• Spray Booth / Finishing
• UV Line Operator
• Production Lead

Opportunity to learn advanced equipment

What We're Looking For:

• Reliable and shows up ready to work
• Able to lift up to 75 lbs and stay active throughout the shift
• Basic math skills and ability to read a tape measure (1/16")
• Manufacturing, construction, or hands-on experience is a plus (not required)