Sawyer

Mans Lumber & Home; Rochester (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

401(k) match

Life insurance

Pet insurance

Legal assistance

Identity theft protection

PTO

Paid holidays

Profit sharing

Great coffee

Job summary

Legendary Millwork is seeking a Sawyer to accurately cut hardwood lumber for mouldings and boards, following orders and specs while maintaining a safe, efficient workspace.

The role requires a high school diploma, a valid driver's license, and prior saw or lumber shop experience. Typical hours are Mon-Fri 7:00am-3:30pm with strong benefits and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation is required.
• Experience operating saws or lumber in a wood shop.
• Ability to read a tape measurer and production drawings accurately.
• Familiarity with hardwood species.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.
• Basic mechanical skills and familiarity with saw maintenance.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• A strong steward of Mans culture and core values.

Responsibilities

• Operate automated and manual saws.
• Interpret work orders, cut sheets, and measurements.
• Select appropriate lumber and ensure quality standards are met before and after cutting.
• Label and organize cut materials for staging in assembly areas.
• Perform routine checks on saw equipment and maintain blades for clean and precise cuts.
• Follow all safety protocols and company procedures.
• Assist with inventory management and communicate material needs to supervisors.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workstation.

Skills

Saw operation

Lumber experience

Tape measurement

Production drawings

Hardwood species familiarity

Attention to detail

Team-oriented

Mechanical skills

Safety-conscious

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Tape measure

Saw maintenance

Job description

Description

WHY LEGENDARY MILLWORK?

At Legendary Millwork, craftsmanship runs deeper than the wood we shape—it’s rooted in family, tradition, and pride. As a Mans family company, Legendary Millwork was built on generations of commitment to quality, integrity, and doing things the right way. We combine time-honored woodworking principles with modern innovation to create exceptional products that stand the test of time.

Joining Legendary Millwork means becoming part of a close-knit team that values skill, accountability, and growth. We invest in our people, encourage continuous improvement, and take pride in creating an environment where hard work is recognized and craftsmanship matters.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

As our Sawyer you will be responsible for accurately cutting hardwood lumber used in the manufacturing of mouldings and boards. This role plays a critical part in ensuring each piece is cut to specification, maximizing efficiency and minimizing waste while maintaining a safe and productive work environment.

THE NITTY GRITTY

• Operate automated and manual saws
• Interpret work orders, cut sheets, and measurements
• Select appropriate lumber and ensure quality standards are met before and after cutting
• Label and organize cut materials for staging in assembly areas
• Perform routine checks on saw equipment and maintain blades for clean and precise cuts
• Follow all safety protocols and company procedures
• Assist with inventory management and communicate material needs to supervisors
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized workstation

WHAT YOU NEED

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent, required
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation, required
• Previous saw operation or lumber experience in a wood shop
• Ability to read a tape measurer and production drawings accurately
• Familiarity of hardwood species
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
• Basic mechanical skills and familiarity with saw maintenance

Interpersonal Skills:

• A strong steward of Mans culture and core values
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

WORK ENVIRONMENT

This job operates in a warehouse setting with exposure to noise, dust, machinery, and equipment including but not limited to table saws and panel saws.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

This is a physically demanding job. This role requires the ability to lift up to 75-100lbs.

POSITION TYPE / EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK

This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday 7:00am to 3:30pm with schedule flexibility.

PERKS OF THE JOB

World-class benefits consisting of Blue Cross Blue Shield medical and dental coverage, vision insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) with generous match of 4%, life insurance, pet insurance, legal assistance, identity theft protection, charitable and community service initiatives, progressive paid time-off policy, paid holidays and annual profit-sharing eligibility. We also have pretty good coffee.

OTHER STUFF OUR LAWYER SUGGESTED WE ADD

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

The Company is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.