Frontier Door and Cabinet is a premier provider of interior and exterior door products and high-quality cabinets for the commercial construction industry. With over 28 years of experience, we are the leader in commercial and multi-family residential doors, cabinets, and hardware. Our commitment to excellence, transparency, integrity, and respect guides everything we do. We offer a supportive work environment where personal growth and continuous improvement are encouraged. Join us in our mission to deliver top-notch products and customer service from concept to completion.

We are seeking an experienced Door Shop Employee to join our production team in Tacoma, Washington. The ideal candidate has a minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in a pre-hung door production facility and is proficient in operating various Norfield door machinery including Magnums, Strike Routers, Eagles, or equivalent equipment. Experience with Weeke Point-to-Point CNC machines and familiarity with Wood WOP software is highly desirable.

Responsibilities:

• Set up and operate door machining equipment (Norfield Magnums, Strike Routers, Eagles)
• Accurately machine and assemble pre-hung door units weighing up to 120 lbs to precise specifications
• Maintain machinery, troubleshoot issues, and ensure smooth operations
• Monitor product quality and ensure adherence to company standards
• Collaborate effectively with the production team to meet daily output goals
• Assist with inventory management and maintain accurate records
• Perform quality control checks and address issues promptly
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of work area and machinery
• Read and interpret Bill of Materials (BOMs) and production paperwork
• Use hand tools and interpret hardware schematics accurately

Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a pre-hung door production environment
• Proficient with Norfield door machinery or similar equipment
• CNC machinery experience, specifically Weeke Point-to-Points, is a strong plus
• Familiarity with Wood WOP software advantageous
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team environment
• Reliable and punctual with a strong work ethic
• Ability to lift and move materials up to 120 pounds regularly
• Experience with inventory management and control processes
• Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with other departments effectively
• Proficiency in the use of various hand tools
• Strong math skills and ability to perform precise measurements
• Forklift certification or experience is a plus

Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in basic mathematics and the ability to read a tape measure accurately.
• Demonstrated situational awareness in detecting any deviations in the functioning of the machinery.
• Ability to understand, read, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Commitment to prioritizing safety at all times while working in a manufacturing 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Standing approximately 8-10 hours per day, 5 days a week, with the possibility of working 6 days a week based on business needs.
• Fine motor abilities required to handle objects, tools, and controls.
• Specific vision abilities, including close vision for reading fine print.
• Regular bending, squatting, pushing, and lifting objects weighing up to 80 pounds on and off the machine, which can occur up to 100 times per shift.
• Use of conveyance systems and rollers to move pieces efficiently.

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Exposure to moving mechanical equipment and vibration from machinery.
• Loud noise levels in the production area; ear protection provided.
• Potential exposure to hazardous chemicals in the workplace.
• Sawdust present; eye protection required at all times.

Safety Equipment: Frontier Door and Cabinet’s Safety Program and all established safety rules must be followed, and equipment used where required. This will include safety glasses, safety shoes, and hearing protection (when needed) while on the production floor.

• Demonstrated situational awareness in detecting any deviations in the functioning of the machinery.
• Ability to understand, read, and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Commitment to prioritizing safety at all times while working in a manufacturing environment.

We offer competitive pay, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for growth within our company.