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Production Trainee

84 Lumber

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About the role

Overview An entry-level truss builder is responsible for assembling wood trusses and frame walls used in residential and commercial construction. This role involves reading blueprints, measuring and cutting materials, and using hand and power tools to construct trusses according to specifications.

No prior experience needed.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assemble roof and floor trusses using pre-cut lumber and metal connector plates
  • Read and interpret blueprints or work orders
  • Operate saws, nail guns, and other hand/power tools safely
  • Ensure trusses meet quality control standards
  • Work in a fast-paced production environment to meet daily quotas
  • Maintain a clean and organized work area
  • Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate PPE

Skills & Qualifications:

  • No prior experience required (on-the-job training provided)
  • Ability to read a tape measure and perform basic math calculations
  • Comfortable working in a physically demanding environment (lifting 50+ lbs, standing for long periods)
  • Team player with good communication skills
  • Willingness to learn and adapt to production requirements

Work Environment:

  • Indoor manufacturing facility
  • Exposure to loud noises, sawdust, and varying temperatures
  • Fast-paced, repetitive tasks with strict deadlines

Career Growth:

  • Opportunities to advance to Lead Builder, Machine Operator, or Truss Designer roles
  • Potential for pay increases and additional training.

Schedule:

  • First shift: 6:00 am to 2:30 pm - Monday through Friday (Eventual Saturdays)
  • Second shift: 3:30 pm to 2:00 am - Monday through Thursday (Eventual Fridays)

Benefits - Full benefits after 60 consecutive days of employment.

  • Health, vision, dental and term-life insurance
  • 401(k) with employer match
  • Associate Profit Sharing
  • Monthly incentives up to $450
  • And, much more!

Estamos contratando personal para nuestra planta de construccion de cabrillas de madera en Stephenson, VA. Si tiene experiencia en construccion, pintura, concreto, cortando grama o en cualquier otra rama similar, por favor complete una solicitud en linea.

Responsibilities 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.

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.

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