Machinist

Location: River Falls, WI (Just outside the Minneapolis/St. Paul Metro area)
Industry: Commercial Construction | Architectural Millwork
Job Type: Full-Time

Are you an experienced Machinist with a passion for precision and high-quality craftsmanship? O’Keefe Millwork is looking for a skilled Machinist to join our team and help produce custom architectural millwork for some of the most notable projects in the commercial construction industry.

For over 40 years, O’Keefe has built a reputation for excellence, serving nationwide clients in hospitality, education, healthcare, and retail markets. Be part of a team where innovation, quality, and employee satisfaction come together.

• Operate and maintain CNC machines, edge banders, moulders, beam saws, doweling machines, and other woodworking equipment.
• Act as the primary operator on one main machine—setup, troubleshoot, and maintain.
• Machine various wood species and solid surfaces per project specifications.
• Ensure quality standards through proper documentation and regular equipment upkeep.
• Scan and label parts using a barcode system for accurate job tracking.
• Use computer systems to track labor and look up material specifications.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
• Perform additional tasks as assigned and assist other team members as needed.

• Minimum 1 year experience in CNC machining or cabinet making.
• Manufacturing or machine operation experience, preferably with wood.
• Ability to read tape measures and calculate project dimensions.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work with minimal supervision.
• Able to lift 50 lbs or more regularly.
• Reliable transportation to our River Falls, WI facility.

• Degree or certificate in Cabinet Making, Carpentry, or Wood Technology.
• 2–3 years’ experience with CNC, moulders, beam saws, planers, edge banders, and dowel insertion machines.
• Ability to perform basic machine maintenance.
• Advanced understanding of machine tooling and chip load rates.

• Competitive pay based on experience
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• 401(k) with 3% Company Match
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Professional development & training opportunities
• A positive and energetic work culture
  , including:
• Company lunches, holiday parties, cookouts
• Free company apparel
• Weekly fresh fruit deliveries
• Recognition awards and prizes

Apply now to be part of a company that values craftsmanship, continuous improvement, and people. At O’Keefe Millwork,
your skills are respected, your contributions are recognized
, and your career can grow.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful workplace. Discrimination or harassment based on race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, or any protected class will not be tolerated.