Truss Assembly Lead

US LBM • Dyersville, IA

7d

About The Position

The Truss Assembly Lead directs the work of assemblers who assemble truss components. This is a hands-on working role that also leads a team and oversees the assembly process to help ensure efficient operations. The lead oversees fewer than 10 associates, assigns daily work, and coordinates advanced truss assembly activities so that quality standards and production schedules are met.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent work experience.
• 4–6 years of industry experience in truss assembly.
• Ability to read a tape measure and use a hammer.
• Ability to learn to operate equipment such as routers, saws, presses, and staple guns.
• Ability to operate a crane.
• Excellent teamwork and customer relationship skills.
• Understanding of truss-building terminology.
• Understanding of camber and why it is used.
• Understanding of build tolerances.
• Ability to use and navigate shop-floor build software.

Responsibilities

• Lay out truss supplies and materials on carts or the floor and stock plates for component setup.
• Assemble components under the direction of line leaders.
• Load and band finished materials on carts or pallets, inside or outside.
• Receive incoming products, commodities, and materials.
• Read shop drawings to identify plate sizes and gauges, girder truss nailing, and bolt patterns.
• Read shop drawings to understand stacking order when required.
• Monitor production workflow and assist other areas as needed.
• Operate equipment necessary for the assembly process.
• Follow established safety rules and procedures and maintain a safe environment.
• Help maintain an organized work environment, including emptying trash receptacles and keeping bays and staging areas clean and organized.
• Provide excellent customer service and contribute to a positive work environment.
• Monitor inventory as required by location management.
• Maintain awareness of the work environment to produce error-free and damage-free results.
• Oversee fewer than 10 associates in a working lead role, direct daily work assignments, and coordinate advanced truss assembly activities to meet quality standards and production schedules.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards and adhere to the company's commitment to workplace safety.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED