Posted 2 days ago
Production Associate – Manufacturing / General Labor
AI Summary
Handles, organizes, and prepares lumber products for production and shipment in a manufacturing environment, ensuring materials meet quality and customer specifications.
About this role
Job Summary
We are hiring Production Associates to support our manufacturing operations by safely handling, organizing, and preparing lumber products for production and shipment. In this hands-on, general labor role, you will help ensure materials meet quality standards and customer specifications in a safety-focused, team-oriented environment. This is a great opportunity for entry-level candidates looking to build experience in manufacturing, production, or lumber operations.
What We Make
We manufacture laminated wood products used in RVs, cargo trailers, and manufactured or modular homes. Our operation includes an in-house mill that cuts and prepares materials prior to the lamination process, giving operators exposure to multiple stages of production.
Key Responsibilities
Move, handle, and secure lumber products and materials according to instructions
Stack finished products based on bundle size and customer requirements
Label materials by product type, size, and count
Apply individual tags before and/or after treating or production
Band, bundle, and secure materials using strapping and corner protectors
Use a staple gun and troubleshoot minor equipment issues
Verify correct quantities are bundled, labeled, and secured
Maintain accurate inventory of tags and report discrepancies to a supervisor
Record production activity on production sheets
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
Assist other areas by moving material and loading/unloading carts
Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures
Participate in safety meetings, continuous improvement (CI), and team activities
Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
No prior manufacturing experience required; lumber or production experience is a plus
High school diploma or GED preferred, not required
Basic math skills preferred
Must be 18 years of age or older
Ability to follow instructions and work safely in a physical manufacturing environment
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Pay Rate: $15.00 - $18.00/hour, depending on experience
Shift Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6:00am – 2:30pm
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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