Production Associate - Mid Shift

Palmer-Donavin; Etna Township (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company performance bonuses

Overtime opportunities and weekly pay

Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)

Up to 112 hours of PTO in the first 12

401(k) retirement plan with company-m…

Health, dental, and vision coverage

Life and disability insurance

Parental leave

Wellness program

Safety bonus

Job summary

Palmer-Donavin 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 ensuring quality and safety in a fast-paced setting.

Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail are essential. Responsibilities include tooling with routers, saws, drills, and nailers, manual material handling up to 75 pounds, and ongoing adherence to safety and quality

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing, distribution, or operations preferred.
• Candidate demonstrates attention to detail and ability to work with hand and power tools.

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 to fabricate and assemble fiberglass, aluminum, and wood products.
• Move doors and materials between production stations, up to 75 pounds.
• Inspect completed work for defects and make corrections.
• Perform shop cleanup, light maintenance, and other duties to support production operations.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment following safety procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Mechanical aptitude

Safety-conscious

Fast-paced environment

Tools

Routers

Saws

Drills

Nailers

Job description

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.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.Qualifications:Experience working in a manufacturing, distribution, or operations-oriented environment preferred.Requirements:Satisfactory result on a pre-employment drug screeningBenefits:Our employee owners enjoy a wide range of benefits, including:Company performance bonusesOvertime opportunities and weekly payEmployee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)Up to 112 hours of PTO in the first year401(k) retirement plan with company matchingEmployee discounts on a wide range of home building materialsMedical, dental, and vision coverageLife and disability insuranceParental leaveWellness programSafety bonusOngoing training and developmentAnd much more!