Production Specialist

QXO • Riverview, FL

1h

About The Position

The Production Specialist supports manufacturing and production operations by assisting in the cutting, assembly, and handling of building materials. The role helps ensure products are produced accurately, safely, and efficiently. It is suited to a hands-on, detail-oriented person comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically active environment.

Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing and production environment, with frequent exposure to machinery, moving equipment, dust, noise, vibration, and varying temperatures. The role involves extended periods of standing and walking, repetitive physical tasks, and regular lifting and carrying of materials weighing up to 50 pounds. Assistance or mechanical equipment is used for heavier materials. Required PPE must be worn in designated production areas. Overtime, weekends, or extended hours may be required based on production schedules.

Requirements

• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance.
• Willingness and ability to learn manufacturing processes, equipment, and product requirements.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Basic math and measurement skills.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to safely use basic hand and power tools after training.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety.
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while contributing effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately and consistently.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift.
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive physical tasks.
• Ability to regularly lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds; assistance or mechanical equipment is used for heavier materials.
• Ability to wear required PPE in designated production areas.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, production, construction, carpentry, warehouse, or related experience is a plus but not required.
• Familiarity with work orders, blueprints, layouts, or technical drawings is a plus.
• Previous experience with hand tools, power tools, or production equipment is a plus.
• Experience within truss, building components, millwork, or other building-products manufacturing is a plus.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Produce building products according to work orders, layouts, and specifications.
• Read and interpret production paperwork, blueprints, and measuring tools to ensure accuracy.
• Measure, mark, position, and fasten materials using hand and power tools.
• Inspect materials and completed products for quality and compliance with specifications.
• Identify and remove damaged or non-conforming materials.
• Set up workstations, tools, and materials for production runs.
• Move completed products to staging or designated production areas.
• Perform quality checks and support changeovers as needed during production.
• Maintain awareness of production schedules and workflow priorities.
• Follow safety policies, PPE requirements, and operational procedures.
• Inspect tools and equipment before use and report safety or maintenance concerns.
• Operate equipment and machinery safely and responsibly.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.
• Work with supervisors and team members to meet daily production goals.
• Communicate production issues, material shortages, or quality concerns promptly.
• Support continuous improvement and operational efficiency initiatives.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Health Care Benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off
• Benefits for union-represented roles are determined by the applicable collective bargaining agreement and may differ from standard company benefits.

What This Job Offers

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