Second-Shift Finger Joint Machinist

Galleher Acquisition Corp; Kaufman (TX); On-site; USD 21,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Galleher Industries in Kaufman, TX is seeking a Finger Joint Machine Operator to join our production team. The role focuses on setting up, operating, and monitoring the finger joint line to produce high-quality lumber components. The ideal candidate has hands-on machining experience, reads production orders, and can adjust equipment to meet specifications.

Training starts on first shift for 30–60 days, followed by a second shift 2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Overtime may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• At least two years in hands-on production machine operation in lumber milling, woodworking, manufacturing, or related industrial setting.
• Experience setting up equipment, monitoring operation, and making adjustments within procedures.
• Ability to read and follow production orders, cut lists, measurements, and written instructions.
• Ability to use measuring tools and basic hand tools accurately.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to recognize equipment or product-quality problems.
• Availability for first-shift training for 30–60 days, then second shift 2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. with overtime.
• Reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate the finger joint line and related lumber processing equipment according to production orders and procedures.
• Support molding, planing, ripping, cross-cutting, surfacing, and other wood milling operations as assigned.
• Read and follow mill orders, cut lists, specs, and shop drawings.
• Prepare and feed lumber into equipment, maintaining proper orientation and production flow.
• Monitor machine performance, material feed, cutting, joint fit, and finished-product quality.
• Make authorized operating adjustments to maintain specs and reduce scrap.
• Stop equipment when jams or malfunctions occur and notify supervisor or maintenance team.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Reading production orders

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Finger joint line operation

Forklift

Planers/Jointers

Job description

Galleher Industries in Kaufman, TX is seeking a Finger Joint Machine Operator to join our production team. The role focuses on setting up, operating, and monitoring the finger joint line to produce high-quality lumber components. The ideal candidate has hands-on machining experience, reads production orders, and can adjust equipment to meet specifications.

Training starts on first shift for 30–60 days, followed by a second shift 2:00 p.m.–10:30 p.m. Overtime may be required.