Production Associate

Knights Companies Inc; United States; On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays

401(k) with Company Match

Short-Term Disability (STD)

Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Job summary

Knights Companies Inc. is seeking a detail-oriented Production Associate to join our Precast team in the United States. You will work on form construction, concrete finishing, and related tasks with a strong emphasis on safety and precision.

Responsibilities include reading plans, assembling forms, placing castings, pouring concrete, and performing finishing work to meet project specs. We value teamwork, reliability, and the willingness to learn in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret plans and shop drawings.
• Experience in construction and precast environments preferred.
• Strong math skills for measurements and tolerances.
• Demonstrated safety practices and PPE compliance.
• Ability to work as part of a team and follow directions.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret plans to create forms with close tolerances.
• Operate tools like hammers and measuring tapes safely.
• Assemble forms, place castings, pour concrete, and finish surfaces.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and compliant with safety standards.
• Identify materials and tool needs to complete projects.

Skills

Form construction

Concrete finishing

Reading shop drawings

Construction math

Teamwork

Effective communication

Safety awareness

Tools

Measuring tapes

PPE usage

Hammer

Job description

Description

We are seeking a detail-oriented and skilled Production Associate to join our Precast team. This role offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to high-quality precast concrete projects while working in a safe and collaborative environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with form construction, concrete finishing, and a strong commitment to safety and precision.

What You'll Do:

• Read and interpret plans to accurately create forms with close tolerance to specifications, utilizing appropriate materials and tools.
• Safely and skillfully operate tools such as hammers, measuring tapes, and other equipment necessary for constructing precast products.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe to ensure efficient workflow and compliance with safety standards.
• Identify the need for new tools, hardware, lumber, and other materials required to complete projects effectively.
• Assemble forms, cut and tie rebar, place castings into forms, pour concrete, and perform finishing work to meet project specifications.
• Follow all safety rules and regulations, including the proper use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Perform other duties as assigned to support project completion and team success.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay with opportunities for growth
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Short-Term Disability (STD)
• Long-Term Disability (LTD)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance

Requirements

• Minimum of one years’ experience in the construction field is preferred.
• Ability to accurately read and interpret shop drawings and plans.
• Working knowledge of construction-related math.
• Great organizational skills.
• Must have the willingness to learn.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Ability to communicate effectively with team members.
• Ability to accept and follow directions as provided by supervisors and ask questions when needed.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to safely lift a minimum of 100 lbs. with assistive devices.
• Ability to work in extreme weather, including but not limited to high heat, low temperature, and high sun environments.
• Ability to operate tools required to complete construction projects.
• Ability to sit, stand, stoop, and kneel as required to construct precast products.
• Ability to be on your feet 8 or more hours a day.

Interested in opportunities in other Knight’s Companies locations?

We’re hiring across our other markets:

• Lowcountry: Charleston/Jedburg/St. George/Moncks Corner
• Midlands: Columbia/Lexington/Irmo/Blythewood/Lugoff/Sumter
• South: Hampton/Beaufort/Okatie/Richmond Hill/Savannah

Visit our careers page to explore all openings: www.knightscompanies.com

Join our team and become part of a company committed to safety, innovation, and growth. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and competitive benefits to help you succeed in your career.

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