Production Associate

The Lumber Manufactory; New Albany (IN); On-site; USD 19,286 - 27,552; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid health coverage

Life insurance

Paid time off

Company holidays

Job summary

The Lumber Manufactory is hiring a Production Associate at our New Albany sawmill to support hands-on production and materials handling. You will help move lumber, operate basic equipment, and keep a clean, safe work area in a fast-paced industrial setting.

We’re looking for reliable, detail-oriented team players who can follow instructions, meet safety rules, and pass a background check. This is a physically demanding, on-site role with opportunities to contribute to building sustainable timber.

Qualifications

• Able to perform physical work in an industrial production environment.
• Able to stand, lift, and handle materials across full shift.
• Reliable transportation to and from the mill.
• Consistent attendance and punctuality to support production.
• Ability to follow instructions and safety rules as part of a team.
• Ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Support production line operations by assembling, staging, or moving materials as needed.
• Move lumber between conveyors, machines, and work areas to maintain steady production flow.
• Operate basic tools, equipment, or machinery as trained.
• Perform visual quality checks and report issues to supervisors.
• Follow detailed safety procedures and operational guidelines.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area.
• Load, unload, and transport logs and lumber within the sawmill.
• Sort and stack materials according to size, type, and processing requirements.
• Operate forklifts, conveyors, and other material-handling equipment.
• Assist in maintaining inventory and tracking material flow.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of raw and processed lumber.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or material shortages to supervisors.
• Work collaboratively with sawmill operators and production teams to maintain efficiency.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Physical stamina

Teamwork

Punctuality

Safety compliance

Follow instructions

Reliability

Job description

The Lumber Manufactory (TLM) is building the future of sustainable lumber with next-generation sawmill technology. We design and operate state-of-the-art modular sawmills that produce high-grade dimensional wood products with greater efficiency and less waste. Backed by leading investors including Cantos, Slow Ventures, Susa Ventures, Banter Capital, Humba Ventures, and Ravelin Capital.

We are hiring a Production Associate to support operations at our sawmill. In this role, you will perform hands-on production and materials handling work that helps keep lumber moving efficiently through the mill.

Production Associates play a critical role in supporting sawmill operations by assisting with line flow, moving materials between workstations and conveyors, and maintaining a safe, organized work environment. This position requires attention to detail, the ability to follow step-by-step instructions, and comfort working in a fast-paced, physically active industrial setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Support production line operations, including assembling, staging, or moving materials as needed
• Move lumber between conveyors, machines, and work areas to maintain steady production flow
• Operate basic tools, equipment, or machinery as trained
• Perform visual quality checks and report issues to supervisors
• Follow detailed instructions, safety procedures, and operational guidelines
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area
• Load, unload, and transport logs and lumber within the sawmill.
• Sort and stack materials according to size, type, and processing requirements.
• Operate forklifts, conveyors, and other material-handling equipment.
• Assist in maintaining inventory and tracking material flow.
• Ensure proper handling and storage of raw and processed lumber.
• Adhere to all safety regulations and company policies.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or material shortages to supervisors.
• Work collaboratively with sawmill operators and production teams to maintain efficiency
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Work Environment

• On-site sawmill environment with continuous production activity
• Standing and moving throughout the shift, often for extended periods
• Physically demanding work, including frequent lifting and material handling
• Exposure to noise and industrial conditions; appropriate PPE is required
• Fast-paced, team-oriented environment with production targets

Key Qualifications

• Ability to perform physical work in an industrial production environment
• Comfortable standing, lifting, and handling materials throughout a full shift
• Reliable transportation to and from TLM's mill
• Consistent attendance and punctuality to support production operations
• Ability to follow instructions, safety rules, and work collaboratively as part of a team
• Ability to pass a background check

Work location:

New Albany Mississippi

We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including:

• 100% employer-paid health coverage for employees and dependents (medical, dental, and vision)
• 100% employer-paid life insurance and disability coverage
• Paid time off and company holidays
• The opportunity to help build something from the ground up in an essential, evolving industry

Join our team as we modernize timber from forest to finished product.

The Lumber Manufactory is an equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive team. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.