Entry-Level Production Technician – Building Materials

84 Lumber; Kings Mountain (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

84 Lumber in Kings Mountain, NC seeks a full-time Production Associate to assemble building material components such as wall panels and roof/floor trusses. You will use hand and power tools and follow supervisor instructions and blueprints to ensure accuracy.

Responsibilities include inspecting dimensions, placing reinforcement plates on joints, and maintaining quality while keeping work areas clean. The role requires lifting up to 80 pounds and working 10–12 hour shifts.

Qualifications

• Reading instructions, memos, and short correspondence; ability to present information one-on-one.
• Ability to read and understand diagrams, blueprints, and a tape measure.
• Willingness to work 10–12 hour shifts and lift up to 80 pounds.
• HS diploma or GED required.

Responsibilities

• Assemble building material components using hand and power tools per supervisor instructions.
• Position materials, clamp, splice, and verify dimensions from blueprints and cut sheet layouts.
• Quality-check assembled items and suggest process improvements for efficiency.
• Follow the production list and operate press stations to place and press plates on lumber.
• Complete daily machine and area cleanup procedures.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Blueprint literacy

Physical stamina

Long shifts

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

84 Lumber in Kings Mountain, NC seeks a full-time Production Associate to assemble building material components such as wall panels and roof/floor trusses. You will use hand and power tools and follow supervisor instructions and blueprints to ensure accuracy.

Responsibilities include inspecting dimensions, placing reinforcement plates on joints, and maintaining quality while keeping work areas clean. The role requires lifting up to 80 pounds and working 10–12 hour shifts.