Woodworker

**Experienced Woodworker and Shop Operations**

**Responsibilities**

**The Woodworking and Shop Operator will have the following responsibilities**:

- Study plans, specifications, or drawings of articles to be made.
- Process wood parts from live edge rough lumber into finished product.
- Measure and mark cutting lines on materials, using a ruler, pencil, chalk, and marking gauge.
- Set-up and feed machinery such as shapers, planers, table saws, presses, miter saws, jointers, sanders, bandsaws.
- Shape or cut materials to specified measurements using appropriate tools and/or machinery.
- Sand and machine wood parts as required.
- Assemble door system components.
- Accurately construct custom millwork such as baseboards, casings, posts, and other trims per specifications.
- Assemble and fasten materials to make frameworks or props, using hand tools and wood screws, nails, dowel pins, or glue.
- Inspect wood products for conformance to quality standards, marking and removing damaged and/or defective parts and/or sections and repair or replace as appropriate.
- Finish surfaces of woodwork or wallboard in houses or buildings, using paint, hand tools, or paneling.
- Maintain records, document actions, and present written progress reports.
- Safe use of handheld power tools such as drills, sanders, routers, and nailers.
- Perform work in a safe manner.
- General cleanup of workshop and work area.
- Perform preventative maintenance on all associated equipment as required and in keeping with company policies and procedures.
- Demonstrates courtesy and professionalism with all team members, clients, vendors, and homeowners.
- Kiln loading and unloading
- Walk-in lumber sales
- Other duties as assigned.

Work Environment: Production Floor (Warehouse).

Tools: Power/hand tools, woodworking tools, machinery.

**Job Specifications**:

- High School Diploma is required.
- Post-secondary education in Woodworking Technician or Woodworking Technology program, or similar, is preferred.
- WHMIS and Health & Safety Awareness Training (HSAT).
- 2+ years experience in woodworking.
- Previous manufacturing / general assembly production experience is an asset.
- Relevant knowledge of safe work practices including the Occupational Health & Safety Act.
- Knowledge of production processes, raw materials, and quality control.
- Knowledge of woodworking tools and machines.
- Ability to handle and move objects for production.
- Ability to read.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Dependability - reliable, responsible, and fulfills obligations.
- Willingness to take initiative.
- High degree of stress tolerance - the ability to deal calmly and effectively with high-stress situations.
- Adaptability/flexibility.
- Time management skills.
- Coordination skills.
- Ability to think critically.
- Team-focused and cooperation with others.
- High degree of achievement and effort.
- High level of personal integrity.
- Strong communication skills - written and oral.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

**Why Westwood?**
- Competitive pay
- Employee discounts & Personal "Paid" days off
- We recognize your hard work through bonus incentives, rewards, and employee discounts
- Competitive hourly wage
- Be a part of our amazing team The Westwood Group welcomes all abilities to apply.
- Having Live Edge Lumber knowledge and experience is an asset

Westwood Lumberco is committed to accommodating applicants and associates with disabilities. Should you require accommodation to participate fully in the recruitment process, please let us know.

We thank all those who apply; however, only those applicants chosen for an interview will be contacted.

**Salary**: $19.00-$25.00 per hour

Expected hours: 30 - 40 per week

**Benefits**:

- Flexible schedule

Schedule:

- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Supplemental pay types:

- Overtime pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Kingston, ON K7L 1H3: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (preferred)

Application question(s):

- How many years experience do you have in the lumber industry?

**Experience**:

- Woodworking: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

Expected start date: 2024-01-31