Production Associate New Jedburg, SC

Knight's Companies, Inc.; South Carolina; On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision

PTO & Holidays

401(k) with match

STD

LTD

Life insurance

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Knight’s Companies is seeking a Production Associate for its Precast team. You will contribute to high-quality precast concrete projects, focusing on form construction, finishing, and safety.

The role requires reading plans, operating basic tools, keeping the workspace organized, and supporting material needs. Experience in construction and a strong teamwork mindset are valued.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one year of construction experience preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret shop drawings and plans.
• Working knowledge of construction-related math.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Willingness to learn and follow directions.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret plans to accurately create forms with close tolerance to specifications.
• Safely operate tools such as hammers, measuring tapes, and other equipment.
• Keep work areas clean, organized, and safe for efficient workflow and safety compliance.
• Identify the need for new tools, hardware, lumber, and other materials.
• Assemble forms, cut and tie rebar, place castings, pour concrete, and finish to spec.
• Follow safety rules and use PPE properly.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support project completion and team success.
• Ability to work overtime as needed.

Skills

Form construction

Concrete finishing

Plan reading

Tool operation

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Tools

Hammer

Measuring tape

Concrete finishing tools

Job description

Since 1969, Knight’s Companies has grown from a single septic tank pumping truck into a trusted, family-owned leader in construction and manufacturing services. Built on quality, integrity, and customer service, Knight’s Companies is committed to excellence across its Redi-Mix, Precast, Trucking, and Pumping operations.

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.
• 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.

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay
• 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
• Voluntary insurance programs including Life, Critical Illness, Hospitalization, Accident and Pet Insurance.

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: Aiken/Hampton/Beaufort/Okatie/Richmond Hill/Savannah

Join our team and be part of a company that values safety, hard work and professionalism. We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for growth, and comprehensive benefits to help you succeed in your career.

EOE