Woodworking Production Lead

Hickory Chair, LLC; Hickory (NC); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Hickory Chair, LLC in Hickory, NC is seeking a Lead - Cut Wood to supervise production, schedule workflows, and ensure accurate tool usage. The role requires hands-on leadership of operators and expertise in operating wood-working equipment such as bandsaws, shapers, and boring machines.

Ideal candidates will have 5 years of experience with wood-working machinery, strong measurement skills, and the ability to train others while maintaining safety and quality standards across the shop floor.

Qualifications

• HS Diploma or GED preferred.
• 5 years experience running woodworking machines.
• Ability to read measurements with a tape measure.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily production schedules and tool requirements.
• Train operators on bandsaw, hand shaper and boring machine.
• Assist and troubleshoot operator issues.
• Ensure compliance with safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Woodworking machine operation

Leadership

Quality control

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Hickory Chair, LLC in Hickory, NC is seeking a Lead - Cut Wood to supervise production, schedule workflows, and ensure accurate tool usage. The role requires hands-on leadership of operators and expertise in operating wood-working equipment such as bandsaws, shapers, and boring machines.

Ideal candidates will have 5 years of experience with wood-working machinery, strong measurement skills, and the ability to train others while maintaining safety and quality standards across the shop floor.