Production Associate Trainee

Do you enjoy working with your hands, and breaking the boundaries of the traditional office job? Are you interested in a career with a family-owned company that is founded on growth, stability, and the idea that "nothing is impossible"? 84 Lumber is hiring immediately and has the career for you!

WHO IS 84?

84 Lumber is the nation's largest privately held supplier of building materials, manufactured components and industry-leading services for single and multi-family residences and commercial buildings. With over 310 facilities and plans for even more locations, the opportunities to learn and grow with the company are endless.

84 Lumber is always looking for future leaders and takes pride in promoting nearly 100% from within. You can control your own destiny at 84 Lumber. If you invest in yourself, we will invest in you!

Shift: 2nd Shift 3:30pm to 12am ; Occasional overtime, including Saturdays.
Starting Pay: $18.50/hour + $1.00/hour shift differential = $19.00/hour
Pay Increase: Opportunity for additional pay increases based on performance and company guidelines.

FULL SUITE OF BENEFITS!

• PTO, sick and personal days
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Holiday pay
• FSA medical and dependent care
• Annual profit sharing and 401(k) with employer match (decided each year based on company profits)
• Employee discounts and more!

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The full-time Production Associate is an entry-level position that will assemble building material components such as wall panels and roof/floor trusses.

• Inserting or positioning materials, clamping, splicing, fitting parts by hand and with power tools, and verifying dimensions of cut material by following supervisor's instructions, blueprint specifications, and the cut sheet layout.
• Using a hammer to place metal reinforcement plates over connecting joints.
• Quality control of assembled items, proposing process improvements when applicable to increase efficiency.
• Following prioritized production list assigned by Assembler Lead and using assigned press stations to place and press plates on appropriate lumber.
• Fulfilling daily machine and area cleanup procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos; write simple correspondence; effectively present information to others one-on-one
• Ability to read and understand simple diagrams, blueprints, and a tape measure
• Ability to work 10-12 hours shifts and lift up to 80 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

This position requires working in a highly precarious place near moving mechanical parts. This position requires working outdoors and being exposed to wet, humid, hot and/or cold weather conditions. This position is exposed to vibrations, potential risk of electrical shock, airborne particles and chemicals.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Requires frequent standing, walking, hearing, use of hands and arms, grasping, handling, feeling, climbing, balancing, crawling, stooping kneeling, crouching, and lifts up to 80 pounds. Rarely this position will be sitting. Must be able to use a hammer.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work:

This is a full-time position. Hours of work depend on hours of operations, willing to work 48+ hours per week, for 10-12 hour shifts per day. May require working irregular and/or extended hours.

Required Education and Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

Work is performed in a truss manufacturing plant. The employee will work around lumber, saws, conveyors, presses, forklifts, and other manufacturing equipment. Proper PPE and compliance with all company safety procedures are required at all times.

Inserting or positioning materials, clamping, splicing, fitting parts by hand and with power tools, and verifying dimensions of cut material by following supervisor's instructions, blueprint specifications, and the cut sheet layout.

Using a hammer to place metal reinforcement plates over connecting joints.

Quality control of assembled items, proposing process improvements when applicable to increase efficiency.

Following prioritized production list assigned by Assembler Lead and using assigned press stations to place and press plates on appropriate lumber.

Fulfilling daily machine and area cleanup procedures.

Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence and memos; write simple correspondence; effectively present information to others one-on-one

Ability to read and understand simple diagrams, blueprints, and a tape measure

Ability to work 10-12 hours shifts and lift up to 80 pounds

High school diploma or general education degree (GED)

84 Lumber Company is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or genetic information. 84 Lumber Company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, contact recruiting@84lumber.com.