Production Operator-Layup 1st shift

Clayton Homes (New); Morristown, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

401(k) plan with company match

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Programs

Clayton Impact volunteer program

Wellness programs

Job summary

Clayton Homes (New) is seeking a Layup Operator to perform Feeder, Panel Flip, Door Build, and Sorter tasks. You will rotate through duties, verify parts, and maintain the daily production schedule in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities include assembling interior doors, inspecting components, and keeping the work area clean while meeting output targets. This role supports efficient door production across multiple stations on site.

Qualifications

• Attendance and punctuality are required.
• Ability to read, write, and perform basic math.
• Able to use a tape measure accurately.

Responsibilities

• Operate Feeder, Panel Flip, Door Build, and Sorter as part of layup duties.
• Rotate through each station to build efficiency and meet production targets.
• Keep work area clean and organized and adhere to daily Production Building Schedule.
• Inspect door parts for defects and ensure correct assembly of Stile, Rail, Lock Block, and Core.
• Maintain output pace: 30 assembled doors per 8:30 minutes.

Skills

Attendance punctuality

Dependability

Quantity

Quality

Teamwork

Mathematics basics

Tape measure use

Job description

Clayton is a leading single-family, values-driven home builder dedicated to attainable housing, sustainable practices and creating a world-class experience for customers and team members. Our company portfolio includes a broad offering of attainable housing, and as a vertically integrated home builder, we are uniquely positioned to serve customers through every stage of the homeownership journey – building, selling, financing, and insuring homes. From entry-level to more experienced positions, we're actively recruiting individuals who are passionate, positive, and eager to learn. We then equip you for success, whether you're in the office, in the field, or on the floor. As a member of our team you'll enjoy excellent benefits, opportunities for growth, and an encouraging culture that supports work / life balance.**Position Summary:**The Layup Operator performs the functions of Feeder, Panel Flip, Door Build, and Sorter.**Duties/Responsibilities:**All layup Team Members are required to learn the duties of Feeder, Panel Flip, Door Build, and Sorter. A Layup Team member will rotate to each job upon building 15 stacks containing 30 doors per stack.* Review Traveler Ticket to verify correct door size and stile size* Conduct visual inspection of door parts and ensure each part is free of defects (Stile, Rail, Lock Block, and Core)* Ensure consistent feeding of parts through feeder in the following order: 1) Stile 2) Rail 3) Lock Block 4) and Core Maintain consistent pace of the Top Door Builder.* Ensure adherence to the daily Production Building Schedule* Ensure work area is cleaned at the end of each shift**Panel Flip*** Checks door skins for defects to ensure quality* Maintains work pace of the Door Builders* Ensure adherence with daily Production Building Schedule* Ensure work area is cleaned at the end of each shift**Door Build*** Assembly of interior doors by assembling Door Skins, Stile, Rail, Lock Block, and Core.* Ensure all parts are in correct positions of door* Conduct visual check of all parts for defects* Maintain a work pace of 30 assembled doors per 8:30 minutes* Ensure work area is cleaned at the end of each shift**Sorter*** Review part numbers on the Traveler Ticket* Inspect all parts for defects* Remove any parts found with defects and record scrap on tracking document* Place Stile, Rails, Lock Block & Core on parts cart in correct positions and quantities* Ensure work area is cleaned at the end of each shift**Qualifications:*** Attendance/Punctuality – Is consistently at work and on time.* Dependability – Follows instructions, responds to Team Leader and Supervisor direction.* Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.* Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.* Teamwork – Balance Team and individual responsibilities.* Ability to read, write, and do basic mathematics* Able use a tape measure for accuracy**Physical Demands*** Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds repetitively* Ability to be on your feet (standing and walking) for up to 4 hours at a time* Ability to perform a job that include repetitive pushing, pulling, and lifting* Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and maintain pace of a TeamWhy Clayton?Full-time team members have the flexibility to create their own health, dental, and vision benefits package. Clayton provides competitive 401K programs, including investment options and company matching for full and part time team members after one year to help our team members achieve their financial goals. Additional benefits include paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, Employee Assistance Programs, and more.As part of Clayton’s commitment to Opening Doors to a Better Life, Clayton is now providing paid time for Team Members to volunteer to causes that are meaningful to them through the Clayton Impact program.At Clayton, we encourage holistic wellness with physical, nutritional, social, financial, spiritual and occupational programs available online or in-person for team members.Clayton is committed to creating an inclusive workplace. Clayton is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.