Production Associate

Monroechamber; Town of Antigo (WI); On-site; USD 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Monroechamber in Antigo, WI is seeking a Production Associate for a hands-on, fast-paced production team that makes industrial lumber products, pallets, and crates. You will sort, stack, assemble and inspect materials while keeping production running smoothly on first shift.

You must read work orders, measure materials with a tape, lift up to 50 lb, and work in dusty, hot or cold conditions. Prior wood manufacturing exposure is a plus; team mindset and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Ability to read and understand work orders and verbal instructions.
• Ability to read measuring equipment.
• Experience in wood manufacturing preferred.
• Able to lift up to 50 pounds and stand/walk on concrete.

Responsibilities

• Sorts and stacks products or lumber on racks or pallets.
• Assembles customer bundles and places orders on pallets.
• Marks materials with identifying information.
• Paints by spray or brush.
• Counts bundles of lumber and inspects products.
• Works on the production line to ensure lumber flows smoothly.
• Uses a tape measure to check board measurements.
• Helps in making crates and pallets.
• Keeps work area clean and safe.

Skills

Reading orders

Math proficiency

Stamina

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Tape measure

Lumber handling equipment

Job description

Position Title: Production Associate Wage: $15.00/hour Shift: 1st Hours: 6:00am - 3:30pm (Monday - Thursday), 6:00am - 10:00am (Friday)

Join a hands-on, fast-paced production team in Antigo, WI where your work directly supports the creation of high-quality industrial lumber products, custom pallets, and specialty crates. In this role, you’ll stay active and engaged, sorting, stacking, assembling, and inspecting materials while helping keep production running smoothly. If you enjoy working with your hands, take pride in quality craftsmanship, and thrive in a team-oriented environment, this is a great opportunity to build valuable skills in a stable manufacturing setting.

Production Associate Responsibilities

• Sorts and stacks products or lumber on racks or pallets, according to predetermined sequence such as size or type of wood
• Assembles customer bundles from stock and places orders on pallets or bands bundles together
• Marks materials with identifying information
• Paints by spray or brush, lettering with markers
• Stacks and bundles lumber from resaw line
• Reports any and all mechanical problems to lead person
• Counts bundles of lumber
• Assists in making crates and pallets
• Works on the production line to ensure lumber is flowing smoothly
• Uses a tape measure to check board measurements
• Sweeps and cleans work area as needed
• Completes visual inspections of products
• Rotates with housekeeping duties, including breakrooms and bathrooms

Requirements for Production Associate

• High school diploma or GED
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide using whole numbers
• Ability to read and understand work orders and verbal instructions
• Ability to accurately and comfortably read measuring equipment
• Experience in wood manufacturing and knowledge of wood sizes and grains preferred
• Ability to work in hot/humid summer conditions and cooler winter conditions
• Ability to work in dusty and loud environments
• Ability to stand and walk on concrete for 100% of shift
• Ability to lift 50 pounds up to 50% of the time
• Ability to twist and bend at the waist throughout the shift

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.