Lumber Production Associate

Monroechamber; Quincy (IL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

QPS Employment Group is seeking a Lumber Production Associate for a 1st shift position in Quincy, IL. Wage is $17.00 per hour, with a classic Monday–Friday schedule from 7:00am to 3:00pm and a potential for hire by the company.

Responsibility includes stacking lumber, maintaining flow on the line, pallet assembly, and safe operation of nail/staple guns, while adhering to safety and attendance standards.

Qualifications

• No formal education required; experience in manufacturing or lumber helpful.
• Willingness to learn and follow safety procedures.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Stack/unstack lumber and boards onto/off the saw feed belt.
• Position boards to support efficient production flow.
• Remove finished boards and stack in designated areas.
• Inspect boards for defects during handling.
• Assist with pallet assembly as needed.
• Operate pneumatic nail/staple guns safely.
• Move and stage lumber throughout the area.
• Keep workstation clean and organized.
• Follow PPE requirements and safety procedures.
• Collaborate with others to meet daily goals.

Skills

Team player

Safety conscious

Attention to detail

Reliable attendance

Manual dexterity

Tools

Nail guns

Staple guns

Basic hand tools

Job description

Position Title: Lumber Production Associate Wage: $17.00 per hour Shift: 1st Hours: 7:00am-3:00pm (Mon-Fri) QPS Employment Group has a great Lumber Production Associate position at a company in Quincy, IL. This is a 1st shift position with the opportunity for hire.

Responsibilities

• Stack and unstack lumber and boards onto and off the saw feed belt.
• Properly position and organize boards to support an efficient production flow.
• Remove finished or processed boards from the production line and stack them in designated areas.
• Inspect boards for obvious defects or damage while handling materials.
• Assist with the assembly of wooden pallets as needed.
• Safely operate pneumatic nail guns and staple guns when performing pallet assembly.
• Move, organize, and stage lumber and other materials throughout the work area.
• Maintain a clean and organized workstation.
• Follow all company safety procedures and PPE requirements.
• Work cooperatively with other production employees to meet daily production goals.

Requirements

• Previous manufacturing, lumber, pallet assembly, or general labor experience is preferred but not required.
• Experience using nail guns, staple guns, or basic hand tools is a plus.
• Ability to safely perform repetitive lifting, bending, reaching, and stacking throughout the shift.
• Ability to work at a consistent pace in a production environment.
• Strong attention to safety and surroundings.
• Dependable attendance and ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Ability to stand and walk for the majority of the shift.
• Ability to frequently bend, reach, twist, push, pull, and perform repetitive motions.
• Ability to repeatedly lift and handle lumber and wooden materials throughout the workday.
• Ability to safely work around saws, conveyors, pneumatic tools, and other production equipment.

IND118 About us:

QPS Employment Group is a full-service staffing firm comprised of dedicated and passionate people with over 50 offices throughout the United States. We place great people with great companies in industrial, skilled trades, administrative, manufacturing, general labor and professional employment.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.