Assembler

QPS Employment Group; Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is seeking an Assembler in Sheboygan, WI. The role offers 1st, 2nd, or 3rd shifts with hours from early morning to overnight. Primary duties include assembling trusses, verifying dimensions, labeling, and moving materials on the production floor.

The position requires a HS diploma, basic math, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds. Forklift experience or willingness to learn is preferred, with a focus on safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Previous forklift experience or willingness to learn.
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in hot, cold and variable weather conditions for extended periods.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials up to 50 pounds regularly.
• Basic math skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Comfortable in a fast-paced, physically active and repetitive environment.
• Knowledge of hand and power tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assembling trusses by placing components on production tables and securing them with reinforcement plates.
• Verifying dimensions of pre-cut parts and assemblies using rulers and gauges.
• Ensuring proper placement of stops and guides on production tables for accuracy.
• Applying tags, labels, and documentation to finished products.
• Operating and monitoring roller conveyors and stackers to guide trusses through the production area.
• Assisting in banding and securing finished trusses for shipment and ensuring bundles are stable.
• Moving lumber carts and assisting forklift operators during off-loading.
• Checking emergency stop functionality and safety checklists at shift start.
• Maintaining a clean, safe work environment and following safety procedures.
• Reviewing production paperwork to ensure correct sheathing, nailing, and banding specifications.

Skills

Forklift experience

Basic math

Manual dexterity

Physical stamina

Reading instructions

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Position Title: Assembler

Wage: $19.00 - $21.50/hour

Shift: 1st, 2nd or 3rd

Hours: 6:00am - 2:00pm, 2:00pm - 10:00pm or 10:00pm - 6:00am

Location

Sheboygan, WI

Assembler Responsibilities

• Assembling trusses by accurately placing components on production tables and securing them with metal reinforcement plates using hammers and pneumatic tools
• Verifying dimensions of pre-cut parts and completed assemblies using rulers, gauges, and reference documentation
• Ensuring proper placement of stops and guides on production tables to maintain assembly accuracy
• Applying appropriate tags, labels, and documentation to finished products
• Operating and monitor roller conveyor lines and stackers to guide trusses safely through the production area
• Assisting in banding and securing finished trusses for shipment, verifying that bundles are stable and compliant with instructions
• Moving and positioning lumber carts according to production line needs and assist forklift operators during the off-loading process
• Checking and signing off on emergency stop functionality and safety checklists at the start of each shift
• Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized work environment, strictly following safety procedures and protocols
• Reviewing production paperwork to ensure correct sheathing, nailing, and banding specifications are met
• Monitoring workflow to prevent jams or misaligned products; adjust as needed
• Safely operating forklifts to move, load, and off-load trusses and materials as required
• Operating saws and related equipment to cut lumber to precise measurements for assembly

Requirements for Assembler

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Previous forklift experience or willingness to learn
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors in hot, cold and variable weather conditions for extended periods
• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials (up to 50 pounds) regularly throughout the shift
• Basic math skills and ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically active and repetitive working environment
• Knowledge of hand and power tools preferred

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