Truss Assembler — Growth & Teamwork (1st/2nd Shift)

Kempsville Building; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 42,981,000 - 65,904,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Disability insurance

401(k)

Paid vacation & holidays

Growth opportunities

Military encouraged to apply

Job summary

Carter Lumber in Lansing, MI is seeking a hands-on Truss Builder to join a production team. You will assemble roof trusses by framing lumber, joining with metal plates, and following startup checklists to ensure equipment readiness.

You will place pieces on the building table, secure them, operate the roller, and perform quality checks before moving to the next unit. The role emphasizes teamwork, physical stamina, and safe tool operation.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing is preferred.
• Experience using a variety of tools.
• Able to perform repetitive work at a fast pace while standing.
• Team-oriented and able to collaborate on a production line.
• General carpentry skills are desirable.
• Able to lift up to 100 pounds without assistance.

Responsibilities

• Assemble trusses by framing lumber and plates.
• Follow startup checklist to ready equipment each day.
• Set up framework on the building table based on design.
• Position lumber and secure with metal plates.
• Operate the roller to flatten plates and merge lumber.
• Perform quality checks before continuing.

Skills

Teamwork

Repetitive work

Standing long periods

Carpentry

Lifting 100 pounds

Manufacturing experience

Tools

Power tools

Industrial equipment

Job description

Carter Lumber in Lansing, MI is seeking a hands-on Truss Builder to join a production team. You will assemble roof trusses by framing lumber, joining with metal plates, and following startup checklists to ensure equipment readiness.

You will place pieces on the building table, secure them, operate the roller, and perform quality checks before moving to the next unit. The role emphasizes teamwork, physical stamina, and safe tool operation.