Multidepartment Production Floater — Learn & Grow

Shims; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Nelson Wood Shims is seeking a Production Floater to support shim production, sawmill operations, repackaging, and palletizing within the facility. The role requires adaptability, reliability, and a strong work ethic to ensure safe, efficient production and high-quality outputs.

Key duties include supporting production lines, handling materials, assisting with machine setup and troubleshooting, and helping with lumber sorting and packaging.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Manufacturing, warehouse, production, lumber, or sawmill experience preferred but not required.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Strong attention to safety and quality standards.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality are required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with production activities on shim manufacturing lines and related duties.
• Load, sort, stack, package, and move materials as needed to support flow.
• Assist with machine operation, setup, cleanout, and basic troubleshooting as trained.
• Maintain product quality and follow work instructions to meet specs.
• Assist with sorting, stacking, and handling lumber and supporting sawmill operations.
• Repack finished products and organize for redistribution; build and palletize as required.
• Maintain a clean, safe work area and follow all safety policies.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety minded

Willingness to learn

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Nelson Wood Shims is seeking a Production Floater to support shim production, sawmill operations, repackaging, and palletizing within the facility. The role requires adaptability, reliability, and a strong work ethic to ensure safe, efficient production and high-quality outputs.

Key duties include supporting production lines, handling materials, assisting with machine setup and troubleshooting, and helping with lumber sorting and packaging.