Nail Gun Operator I

UFP Industries; Siler City (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Short-Term Disability

Life Insurance

401(k)

Employee Stock Ownership

On-the-job training

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

UFP Industries is seeking a Nail Gun Operator to build pallets and wood products using pneumatic tools in a fast-paced manufacturing setting. Training is provided, with starting pay at $16.50/hour and higher rates based on experience.

No prior experience is required; candidates with pallet, lumber, construction, or manufacturing backgrounds may qualify for higher starting pay.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required.
• No experience required; training provided.
• Pallet or lumber experience is a plus.
• Basic math and measuring skills.
• Ability to work safely in a production environment.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials as needed.

Responsibilities

• Build pallets and wood products with pneumatic nail gun.
• Safely operate, maintain, and troubleshoot air nail guns and equipment.
• Measure, position, and assemble lumber components according to specs.
• Move, stack, and secure lumber products per instructions.
• Label, band, and prepare products for shipment.
• Maintain production records and assist with inventory control.
• Participate in safety meetings and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Pallet assembly

Nail gun basics

Measuring skills

Safety conscious

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Pneumatic nail gun

Job description

Nail Gun Operator – Starting at $16.50/hour (More Based On Experience!)

Join our team and build your future with us! We are seeking motivated individuals to work as Nail Gun Operators, building pallets and handling lumber products in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. No experience is required—we provide training. Candidates with pallet manufacturing, lumber, construction, or manufacturing experience may qualify for higher starting pay based on experience.

Job Summary

The Nail Gun Operator is responsible for safely building pallets and other wood products using pneumatic (air-powered) nail guns while maintaining quality, productivity, and safety standards. This position also assists with handling, stacking, labeling, and preparing lumber products for shipment.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Build pallets and wood products using a pneumatic (air) nail gun
• Safely operate, maintain, and troubleshoot air nail guns and related equipment
• Measure, position, and assemble lumber components according to specifications
• Move, stack, and secure lumber products and materials according to instructions
• Stack finished products according to predetermined bundle sizes and customer requirements
• Apply labels and tags identifying product type, size, and quantity
• Band, bundle, and secure materials for shipment, including attaching corner protectors and loading sticks
• Verify correct quantities and materials are properly strapped and labeled before leaving the work area
• Maintain accurate production records and complete production sheets as required
• Assist with inventory control by monitoring tags and reporting discrepancies to supervisors
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment
• Assist with loading, unloading, and moving materials throughout the facility
• Participate in safety meetings, continuous improvement initiatives, and company programs
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years of age
• High school diploma or GED preferred, but not required
• No experience required; training provided
• Previous experience with nail guns, pallet assembly, manufacturing, construction, woodworking, or lumber operations is preferred
• Basic math and measuring skills preferred
• Ability to work safely in a production environment
• Ability to lift, carry, and move materials as required
• Strong attention to detail and quality

Pay & Benefits

• Starting pay of $16.50/hour
• Higher starting rates available based on experience
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short-Term Disability (STD) Insurance
• Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership/Stock Purchase Opportunities
• On-the-job training
• Career advancement opportunities

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.