Production Associate

QXO • Chicago, IL

13d • $21 - $37

About The Position

We’re looking for bold, entrepreneurial talent ready to help build something extraordinary — and reshape the future of building products distribution.
QXO is a publicly traded company founded by Brad Jacobs with the goal of building the market-leading company in the building products distribution industry. On April 30, 2025, QXO completed its first acquisition: Beacon Building Products, a leading distributor in the sector.
We are building a customer-focused, tech-enabled, and innovation-driven business that will scale rapidly through accretive M&A, organic growth, and greenfield expansion. Our strategy is rooted in delivering exceptional customer experiences, improving operational efficiency, and leveraging data, digital tools, and AI to modernize a historically under-digitized industry.

Requirements

• Previous experience in metal fabrication, manufacturing, or building supply industry preferred.
• Ability to operate fabrication machinery safely and efficiently.
• Strong mechanical skills and understanding of basic measurements and tolerances.
• Experience operating forklifts and other heavy equipment; warehouse experience preferred
• Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy.
• Ability to lift heavy materials and work in physically demanding conditions.
• Commitment to providing an outstanding experience to customers, vendors, and co-workers through effective verbal and written communication and a customer-first mindset
• Reliable transportation to and from work, with the ability to consistently work early morning hours.

Responsibilities

• Operate metal fabrication equipment (shears, brakes, rollers, and cutting machines) to produce roofing components according to specifications.
• Read and interpret work orders, blueprints, and measurements to ensure accuracy in production.
• Inspect finished products for quality and compliance with standards.
• Maintain and troubleshoot fabrication machinery to ensure optimal performance.
• Demonstrate a daily commitment to safety and adhere diligently to all safety protocols, while always wearing appropriate PPE
• Assist with inventory management, including receiving and organizing metal sheets and related materials.
• Collaborate with team members to maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Operate Warehouse equipment to load, unload, and move materials in warehouse and yard
• Work outdoors with exposure to all weather conditions
• Verify order contents and maintain documentation
• Inspect, organize, maintain, and track inventory
• Preserve safe and clean work environment which includes cleaning and painting

Benefits

• 401(k) with employer match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• PTO, company holidays, and parental leave
• Paid training and certifications
• Legal assistance and identity protection
• Pet insurance
• Employee assistance program (EAP)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed