1st Shift Production Associate

Posted Friday, February 27, 2026 at 5:00 AM

Currently, Sauder Woodworking has 1st shift openings in our packing areas. As additional positions and backup opportunities open, you will be considered. This includes machine operating, forklift operating, and order picking. Please specify skill capabilities and shift preferences on your application so that we can better assist in finding you opportunities with Sauder.

1st shift packing starts at $15.50/hour (2nd & 3rd shifts have a $2 shift premium). We also offer two performance-based increases in the first year.

No experience necessary, we will train you!

Forklift or prior operator experience is a plus

• Run and monitor production in order to produce quality product in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform computer interactions and maintain records and documentation.
• Maintain area according to 5S policy.
• Other duties as assigned

• Goodcommunicationskills.
• Ability to listen to others and communicate ideas in a constructive manner.
• Ability to cooperate with people of diverse backgrounds.
• Self-motivatedandpositiveattitude.
• Open to feedback.
• Flexible and willing to learn new tasks.
• Must abide by Sauder Woodworking safety policies and procedures.

Sauder is a family company, so we believe in a healthy work-life balance for our employees. We want employees to know their time here is more than just a job--they can build a life-long career  have a culture of continuous improvement and internal advancement. We provide 3 weeks of vacation and a full benefit package beginning at 30 days. Other perks include 401(k), a company-funded health savings account, free counseling, furniture discounts, and tuition reimbursement.

Sauder Woodworking Co. is North America's leading producer of ready-to-assemble (RTA) furniture and one of the top five residential furniture manufacturers in the United States. An authentic American original, a majority of Sauder furniture is manufactured in Archbold, Ohio--right where we were founded in 1934. We have thrived for over 90 years because we have led with integrity and respect, were great stewards of our resources, found better ways, and remained flexible.