Entry-Level Production Trainee - Hands-On Growth Path

84 Lumber; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Training & advancement

Job summary

84 Lumber is seeking motivated Truss Builders/Production Associates for full-time entry-level production work assembling building components and wood trusses used in residential and commercial construction. The position offers a starting pay of $18/hr with a $1.50 shift differential and two shifts: 1st shift at 6am and 2nd shift at 4pm.

This role emphasizes hands-on fabrication and quality craftsmanship in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in construction, carpentry, or truss manufacturing is preferred but not required.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Proficiency with hand tools, power tools, and measuring instruments.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality work.

Responsibilities

• Inserting or positioning materials, clamping, splicing, fitting parts by hand and with power tools, and verifying dimensions of cut material by following supervisor's instructions, blueprint specifications, and the cut sheet layout.
• Using a hammer to place metal reinforcement plates over connecting joints.
• Quality control of assembled items, proposing process improvements when applicable to increase efficiency.
• Following prioritized production list assigned by Assembler Lead and using assigned press stations to place and press plates on appropriate lumber.
• Fulfilling daily machine and area cleanup procedures.

Skills

Read blueprints

Tool operation

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Follow instructions

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Measuring tools

Job description

84 Lumber is seeking motivated Truss Builders/Production Associates for full-time entry-level production work assembling building components and wood trusses used in residential and commercial construction. The position offers a starting pay of $18/hr with a $1.50 shift differential and two shifts: 1st shift at 6am and 2nd shift at 4pm.

This role emphasizes hands-on fabrication and quality craftsmanship in a fast-paced environment.