No Experience Required!
Full-Time | Day Shift| Employee Ownership (ESOP) | Looking for Long Term Employees
If you’re looking for a hands-on manufacturing role where quality matters, and you want to be part of a company that values teamwork, safety, and employee ownership, you’re in the right place.
Elipticon Wood Products, Inc., a leading manufacturer of high-end wood moldings and millwork, is growing and looking for a reliable, detail-oriented Sawline Quality Operator to join our team of employee-owners.
No prior defecting or millwork experience? No problem. We’re happy to train the right person with a strong work ethic, attention to detail, and a positive attitude.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- You’ll be part of a 100% employee-owned company, where the success you help create comes back to you through our ESOP.
- You’ll work alongside a team that supports one another, celebrates wins, and treats coworkers like family.
- You’ll build valuable skills in wood manufacturing, quality inspection, and material handling.
- You’ll enjoy competitive pay, strong benefits, and a culture that truly cares about its people.
What You’ll Do as a Sawline Quality Operator
You’ll play a key role in protecting product quality by ensuring only acceptable material continues through production. Your day may include:
- Inspecting lumber for defects such as knots, splits, wane, checks, warp, and other quality issues
- Marking defects clearly and consistently according to company standards
- Separating defective lumber from acceptable material to maintain high-quality production flow
- Removing scrap material from production areas in a timely and organized manner
- Feeding scrap lumber into the chipper safely and efficiently
- Sorting scrap, salvage, and reusable material when applicable
- Working on production line with team to ensure good quality product and support smooth workflow.
- Operating forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment (certification provided if needed)
- Monitoring scrap levels and communicating concerns or trends to supervisors
- Maintaining a clean, organized, and safe work area
- Following all safety procedures and promoting a strong safety-first mindset
- Representing Elipticon with professionalism, proper attire, and a positive attitude
If you enjoy physical work, have a sharp eye for detail, and take pride in maintaining high standards, you’ll thrive in this role.
Who We’re Looking For
- High school diploma or equivalent (preferred)
- No experience required, paid training provided
- Forklift certification a plus (or train on the job!)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions
- Basic math and measuring skills, including tape measure proficiency
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and stay active throughout the day
- Team-oriented mindset with good communication skills
- Self-motivated with a strong work ethic and desire to learn
Work Environment & Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
- Regularly exposed to a manufacturing environment and occasional outdoor weather conditions.
- Must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.
- Requires standing, walking, reaching, and handling materials for extended periods.
- Moderate noise level with standard safety protocols in place.
In addition to excellent wages, Elipticon Wood Products, Inc. has a competitive benefits package including:
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life insurance
Short-term disability (company paid)
Health savings account (HSA)
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Paid time off: Vacation, Personal Days, and Holidays
Paid Meal Breaks
Why You’ll Love Working Here
At Elipticon, our values drive everything we do:
People First – Relationships matter most.
Trust You With My Kids – Integrity, reliability, and safety at all times.
Gotta Wanna – We look for people who are motivated and take initiative.
Own It! – Accountability and pride in your work are essential.
Miss You When You’re Not Here – You’re valued as a person, not just for your output
Join a company that invests in you, appreciates your contribution, and lets you share in the success you help create.
Pay: $20.00 - $23.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
