Pre-Finish Lead Operator

Pre-Finish Lead Operator (Swing Shift)
Lynden Door – 2077 Main Street, Lynden, WA 98264

Do you enjoy hands-on work where precision and craftsmanship matter? We’re looking for a dependable, detail-oriented individual to join our team as a Pre-Finish Lead Operator. This is a working lead position — you’ll not only operate finishing equipment with a painter’s eye for quality and detail, but also take on supervisor responsibilities: supporting your crew, providing direction, and ensuring production runs smoothly, safely, and efficiently.

Training Schedule (first 90–180 days):
Day Shift: Monday–Friday, 5:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Permanent Schedule (after training):
Swing Shift: Monday–Thursday, 1:00 PM – 11:30 PM

Wage: $21.00/hr and up depending on experience (swing shift premium of $1.75 added after training period)

What You’ll Do

• Operate and set up machinery to apply pre-finish to door skins

• Perform proper line feed and stacking techniques

• Perform quality checks using calipers and other measurement tools

• Monitor coating levels; fill and record as needed

• Troubleshoot and resolve issues as they arise

• Verify machine settings before and during operation

• Document work and communicate effectively with the incoming/outgoing shift

• Provide guidance and direction to team members as a working lead

• Perform basic start-up, shutdown, and housekeeping duties

What We’re Looking For

• Troubleshooting & Continuous Improvement: Interest in diagnosing problems, improving processes, and keeping production running smoothly

• Attendance & Reliability: Consistently shows up to work on time and ready; flexible to work overtime when needed

• Safety: Understands and follows all safety policies and procedures, including LOTO, PPE, and equipment care

• Technical Skills: Able to use scanners, read SOPs, and understand workflows; comfortable with basic computer systems

• Physical Requirements: Able to bend, stoop, kneel, lift, walk, and perform repetitive movements; able to lift 50+ lbs

• Collaboration & Communication: Works respectfully with others, follows directions accurately, communicates concerns clearly, and shares improvement ideas

• Craftsmanship & Workmanship: Works quickly, productively, and safely while meeting quality and customer standards. Approaches finishing as both technical and artistic — monitoring coating levels with a painter’s eye for consistency, precision, and detail

What We Offer

• Competitive Pay – $21/hr and up depending on experience (plus $1.75 swing shift premium once transitioned to swing shift)
• Health Benefits – Medical, Dental, Vision, plus HSA with employer contributions
• Retirement Plan – 401(k) after 90 days, with profit sharing after 1 year
• Paid Time Off – 8 paid holidays (after 90 days) + PTO starting at 2 weeks/year
• Growth & Stability – Career development and advancement in a supportive team

About Us

Lynden Door is one of North America’s leading manufacturers of quality residential and commercial interior wood doors. Our success comes from the hard work and talent of our exceptional team. We hire people who share our values of respect for all people, integrity in every situation, and quality in everything we do. With team members from diverse backgrounds, we foster growth, opportunity, and a supportive work environment. #GrowWithUs

Please Note: This position is Safety Sensitive and requires passing a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana). Applicants must be 18+ years of age.

Ready to lead and grow with us? Apply today!