Production Associate

UFP Industries, Inc; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 23,419 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid vacation

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc is looking for a Production Associate in Buffalo, NY. The role involves safely handling lumber products, ensuring they meet customer requirements, and maintaining organized workflow. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and preferably some experience in manufacturing or lumber.

The position offers competitive hourly pay ranging from $17.00 to $20.00, along with benefits like medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, and paid vacation.

Qualifications

• Preferred experience in manufacturing or lumber environment.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Handle lumber products safely and according to instructions.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the work area.
• Participate in safety programs and meetings.

Skills

Basic math skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Job Summary

Production Associate is responsible for safely handling lumber products. Verifies material meets customer requirements and company expectations.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

• Moves and secures lumber products and other materials according to instructions
• Stacks finished products according to predetermined bundle sizes and/or customer requirements
• Labels material based on the following specifications: type, size, and count
• Applies individual tags to material before/after treating/production
• Uses a staple gun and troubleshoots equipment
• Bands, bundles and secures material, including attaching corner protectors and loading sticks
• Follows instructions for stacking material properly and according to company policy and customer requirements
• Ensures correct quantities and material are strapped, and labeled before leaving the work areaMaintains accurate inventory of tags and reports any problems or discrepancies to supervisor
• Records production on production sheets
• Maintains a clean and organized work area
• Assists with other work areas by moving material, loading and unloading material carts
• Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings
• Performs other duties as required

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED preferred but not required
• No minimum experience is required, but manufacturing or lumber experience is preferred
• Working knowledge of basic math preferred
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Hourly Pay Range: $17.00 - $20.00 hourly - dependent on experience

*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living

Bonus/Incentive Pay: Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, and trip rate bonuses.

A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.

Benefits currently offered to our employees

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges
• Other supplemental benefits

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.