Production Associate - Day Shift

Palmer-Donavin; Kentucky; On-site; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company bonuses

Weekly pay

ESOP

PTO in first year

401(k) matching

Employee discounts

Medical, dental, vision

Life and disability

Parental leave

Wellness program

Safety bonus

Ongoing training

Job summary

Palmer-Donavin in Etna, OH is seeking a Production Associate to read work orders, identify door specifications, and prepare materials for production. You will fabricate and assemble fiberglass, aluminum, and wood products while maintaining quality, safety, and efficiency.

The role runs Monday–Friday 6:30am–3pm with overtime as needed. Starting pay is $21.50 per hour, plus company bonuses and a comprehensive benefits package including 401(k) matching and PTO.

Qualifications

• Reads work orders to determine door specifications and required components.
• Maintains safe operation practices and quality standards in a fast-paced setting.
• Requires attention to detail and mechanical aptitude.
• Experience in manufacturing or production environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Read work orders to determine door specifications and components.
• Locate, pull, and modify door slabs and parts to meet custom orders.
• Fabricate and assemble fiberglass, aluminum, and wood products using tools.
• Move doors and materials between production stations, handling up to 75 pounds.
• Inspect finished work for defects and make corrections as needed.
• Support daily production with cleanup, maintenance, and safety compliance.

Skills

Reading work orders

Mechanical aptitude

Safety minded

Attention to detail

Tools

Routers

Saws

Drills

Nailers

Job description

Job DetailsJob Location: Etna, OH 43062Position Type: Full TimeTravel Percentage: NoneJob Shift: Day

The Production Associate is responsible for reading work orders, identifying door specifications, and preparing materials to support production operations. This role involves fabricating and assembling fiberglass, aluminum, and wood products while maintaining quality standards, operational efficiency, and workplace safety throughout the manufacturing process.

Success in this role requires attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, safe material handling, and the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced production environment.

Shift: Monday - Friday 6:30am - 3pm (overtime as business requires).

Starting Pay: $21.50/hr+

Key Responsibilities:

• Read work orders to determine door specifications and required components.
• Locate, pull, and modify door slabs and parts to meet custom order specifications.
• Use hand and power tools, including routers, saws, drills, and nailers, to fabricate and assemble fiberglass, aluminum, and wood products.
• Move doors and materials between production stations, including handling products weighing up to 75 pounds.
• Inspect completed work for defects, production errors, and quality concerns while making necessary corrections.
• Perform shop cleanup, light maintenance, and other assigned duties to support daily production operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment while following established safety procedures and operational standards.

QualificationsQualifications:

• Experience working in a manufacturing, distribution, or operations-oriented environment preferred.

Requirements:

• Satisfactory result on a pre-employment drug screening

Benefits:

• Company performance bonuses
• Overtime opportunities and weekly pay
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Up to 112 hours of PTO in the first year
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching
• Employee discounts on a wide range of home building materials
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Parental leave
• Wellness program
• Safety bonus
• Ongoing training and development
• And much more!