Truss Assembler

US LBM; Saint Louis (MI); On-site; USD 20,664 - 34,440; Full time

Job summary

Zeeland Lumber & Supply, a division of US LBM Holdings, LLC, seeks a Truss Assembler II to join our Zeeland, MI operations. You will lay out materials, assemble truss components, and read shop drawings to ensure correct plate sizes and stacking order.

You’ll operate routers, saws, presses, and staple guns, while maintaining safety and organization on the shop floor. Experience in carpentry is preferred; high school diploma or equivalent required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience required.
• Prior carpentry experience preferred.
• Ability to read a tape measure and use a hammer.
• Read shop drawings to identify plate sizes and patterns.

Responsibilities

• Lay out truss supplies and stock components for setup.
• Read shop drawings to determine plate sizes and stacking order.
• Load and band finished materials for transport.
• Operate assembly equipment to build truss components.
• Maintain a safe work environment and comply with safety rules.
• Maintain regular attendance and keep bays clean and organized.

Skills

Tape measure reading

Hammer use

Carpentry basics

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Routers

Saws

Presses

Staple guns

Job description

Truss Assembler II

Based in Michigan, Zeeland Lumber & Supply operates truss and wall panel component manufacturing plants along with full‑service building material yards that distribute lumber and an expansive range of specialty products, such as windows, doors, roofing, cabinets, decking, and interior and exterior trim.

A Brief Overview

The Truss Assembler I is responsible for assembling truss components. This position will stock lumber, plates and other work‑related materials and supplies. Will also band/stack finished products.

Available Shifts

• 1st Shift - Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM
• 3rd Shift - Sunday Night to Thursday Night 11:00 PM to 6:00 AM

What You Will Do

• Lay out truss supplies and materials on carts or floor and stock plates for component set‑up. Assemble components under the direction of the line leaders.
• Load and band finished materials on carts/pallets inside and/or outside.
• Receive incoming products, commodities, and materials.
• Read shop drawings to identify plate sizes, plate gauges, girder truss nailing and bolt patterns. Read shop drawings to understand stacking order when required.
• Monitor production workflow process assisting other areas as needed.
• Operate all equipment necessary to the assembly process.
• Adhere to established safety rules and regulations and follow all safety procedures; maintain a safe environment.
• Comply with Company’s attendance policy by maintaining regular and predictable attendance. Assist in maintaining an organized work environment which may include emptying trash receptacles and keeping all bays/staging areas clean and organized.
• Provide excellent customer service and participate in a positive work environment. Monitor inventory as required by location management.
• Retain an awareness of the work environment critical to the task at hand to produce error‑free and damage‑free results.
• Participate in and complete assigned trainings.

Required for All Jobs

• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Comply with all policies and standards.
• Adhere to Company’s commitment to workplace safety.

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent work experience required.

Experience Qualifications

• Prior carpentry experience preferred.

Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to read a tape measure and use a hammer.
• Ability to learn to operate equipment such as routers, saws, presses, and staple guns.

Additional Potential Opportunities Based on Experience

• Truss Assembler II
• Truss Assembler III
• Truss Assembly Lead

Zeeland Lumber & Supply, a Division of US LBM Holdings, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, order of protection status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.