Production Associate - Wood Truss Assembler

84 Lumber Company•Mt Airy, MD

12h•Onsite

About The Position

An entry-level truss builder assembles wood roof and floor trusses and frame walls used in residential and commercial construction. The work includes positioning and fitting materials, measuring and verifying dimensions, and using hand and power tools to build components according to blueprints, work orders, cut-sheet layouts, and supervisor instructions. No prior experience is required, and on-the-job training is provided. The role is physically demanding and takes place in a fast-paced production environment with daily production targets and strict deadlines. The position is based in an indoor manufacturing facility with exposure to loud noise, sawdust, and varying temperatures. The listed schedule is first shift, 6:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday through Friday, with Saturdays eventually expected. Pay is $18.50 per hour. Full benefits begin after 60 consecutive days of employment. Opportunities for advancement include Lead Builder, Machine Operator, and Truss Designer, with potential pay increases and additional training.

Requirements

No prior experience is required; on-the-job training is provided.
Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos, write simple correspondence, and present information effectively one-on-one.
Ability to understand simple diagrams, blueprints, and a tape measure.
Ability to perform basic math calculations.
Ability to work 10–12-hour shifts.
Ability to lift up to 80 pounds; the posting also describes lifting 50 or more pounds and standing for long periods.
Ability to work in a physically demanding, fast-paced environment with repetitive tasks and deadlines.
Team player with good communication skills and willingness to learn and adapt to production requirements.
High school diploma or GED.

Nice To Haves

Construction-related experience, including construction, landscaping, roofing, hardscaping, concrete, or other related work.

Responsibilities

Assemble roof and floor trusses using pre-cut lumber and metal connector plates.
Insert, position, clamp, splice, and fit parts by hand and with power tools.
Read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, work orders, cut-sheet layouts, and supervisor instructions.
Measure materials and verify dimensions of cut material.
Use a hammer to place metal reinforcement plates over connecting joints.
Operate saws, nail guns, press stations, and other hand and power tools safely.
Follow the prioritized production list assigned by the Assembler Lead and use assigned press stations to place and press plates on appropriate lumber.
Ensure assembled trusses meet quality-control standards and propose process improvements when applicable to increase efficiency.
Work toward daily production quotas in a fast-paced environment.
Maintain a clean and organized work area and complete daily machine and area cleanup procedures.
Follow safety protocols and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.