Helper

Edgebander Helper

Department: Production
Reports To: Edgebander Operator / Production Supervisor

Position Summary

The Edgebander Helper assists the Edgebander Operator in the efficient processing of cabinet and furniture components. This position is responsible for receiving, stacking, organizing, and transporting materials, while ensuring a continuous workflow through the machine. The helper plays a critical role in maintaining productivity, especially when processing large, heavy, or multi-pass parts.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist the Edgebander Operator with daily production requirements.
• Receive finished parts from the edgebander and stack them safely and accurately.
• Organize parts requiring multiple machine passes and prepare them for re-entry.
• Handle large and heavy panels safely to prevent damage and injury.
• Inspect parts for obvious defects, damage, or edge quality issues.
• Maintain production flow by preventing backups at the outfeed side of the machine.
• Sort and stage completed parts according to work orders.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and free of safety hazards.
• Assist with material movement and transportation throughout the production area.
• Follow all company safety procedures and quality standards.
• Perform other production-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Manufacturing, woodworking, cabinet shop, or millwork experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and follow work orders and production instructions.
• Basic understanding of measuring tools and material handling.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, reaching, twisting, and lifting.
• Ability to safely handle large panels and cabinet components.

Skills and Competencies

• Strong attention to detail.
• Dependable and punctual.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety and product quality.

Performance Expectations

• Maintain continuous material flow at the edgebander.
• Support safe handling of heavy and oversized parts.
• Minimize machine downtime caused by part handling and stacking.
• Assist in achieving production goals and quality standards.
• Maintain an organized and efficient work area.

Position Purpose:
The Edgebander Helper position exists to support machine productivity, improve safety when handling heavy components, and ensure efficient processing of parts that require multiple passes through the edgebander when a return table is not available.