Assembler I Mfg Direct - Utility

Builders FirstSource, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

A leading building materials supplier is seeking an entry-level Home Building Team Member – Assembler I. This role involves various construction tasks including framing, laying out electrical lines, and cabinet installation. Candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and be committed to safety and teamwork. The job requires physical stamina and the ability to follow instructions and regulations, making it ideal for those new to the construction industry.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred.
• Construction or Warehouse experience a plus but not required.
• Must be 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

• Practice safe work habits and observe all relevant OSHA regulations.
• Work as part of a team to meet production standards.
• Maintain cleanliness and order in the workspace.
• Assist in planning and organizing manufacturing activities.

Skills

Ability to read architectural and engineering drawings

Operation of hand tools

Versatility

Team cooperation

Problem-solving

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools (tape measure, hammer, utility knife)

Job description

Ignite your career at Builders FirstSource, America’s largest supplier of building materials, value‑added components and building services to the professional market. The #1 name in our industry, we help make the dream of home ownership more achievable every day. At BFS, you’ll be equipped with all the tools, training, and resources you need, and you’ll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons.

Purpose

The Home Building Team Member – Assembler I is an entry‑level position that performs the manufacturing production operations assigned to each department in the home building process. The position follows standard production methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible.

Positions include

• Frame, layout and build floors
• Prepare, layout and build walls
• Layout, run and install electrical lines, switches, receptacles and panels/breaker boxes
• Install and prepare dry for finish tape, mud and texture
• Complete roof construction, decking, flashing and shingling
• Cabinet and or finish carpentry and trim, build and installation
• Installation of siding, windows and doors
• Painting of interior and exterior of homes
• Cooperate and promote a team concept with all other company employees
• Adhere to all rules and regulations, at all times
• Meet or exceed company safety standards
• Perform other tasks as assigned by management

Essential duties and responsibilities

• Practice safe work habits to ensure production is efficient and safe while observing all relevant OSHA regulations.
• Work in a team environment to produce products that conform to our quality standards while achieving our productivity objectives.
• Serve as a good steward of our company’s physical assets, protecting them from damage and misuse, reporting all needed maintenance, keeping assigned areas clean and orderly.
• Assist Supervisors and Forepersons to plan and organize the manufacturing activities in your area by communicating anticipated material shortages, identifying required tool maintenance, and communicating any quality and productivity issues.
• Perform other duties assigned.

Minimum requirements

• High School diploma or GED preferred
• Construction or Warehouse Experience a plus, but not required
• Versatility and willingness to transfer into various departments when necessary.
• Ability to read architectural and engineering drawings greatly desired.
• Skilled in the operation and control of hand tools (tape measure, hammer, utility knife, etc.)
• Flexible to work in a fast paced, changing environment
• Must be 18 years of age and legally authorized to work in the United States
• Must be able to pass a pre‑employment drug screen

Competencies

• Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions. Ability to write simple correspondence. Verbal expression ability to effectively present information, in both individual and small group situations.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide. Ability to read tape measure.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out detailed but uninvolved written or oral instructions. Ability to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Overtime work is involved.

Work environment / Physical activity

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform both prepared and unpredictable tasks.

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear.
• The employee is continuously required to walk.
• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee must continuously lift and /or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and /or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and /or move up to 100 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is continuously exposed to moving mechanical parts and may be exposed to airborne particles.
• The employee is frequently exposed to outside weather conditions; extreme cold; extreme heat; risk of electrical shock and vibration.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
• Will be required to wear ear plugs for noise protection as well as eye protection and other personal protective equipment required by the location.

Builders FirstSource is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability.

In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Builders FirstSource, please call 214‑765‑3990 or email [e-mail]. Please do not send resumes to this email address - it is intended only to be used to request an accommodation in submitting an application for a job opening.

Benefit Information

At Builders FirstSource, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple — provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives. To view all our benefit offerings click here www.bldrbenefits.com.