Truss Assembler I

US LBM Holdings, LLC; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

US LBM Holdings, LLC, through Zeeland Lumber & Supply, seeks a reliable Truss Assembler to handle materials and participate actively in the assembly process. Candidates should have a high school diploma and preferably some carpentry experience.

The role includes laying out truss supplies, operating necessary equipment, and adhering to safety protocols. This is an opportunity for those eager to learn and contribute to a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Prior carpentry experience preferred.
• Ability to learn to operate various equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lay out truss supplies and materials on carts.
• Load and band finished materials on carts/pallets.
• Receive incoming products and materials.
• Read shop drawings to identify sizes and patterns.
• Monitor production workflow and assist as needed.
• Operate equipment necessary for assembly.
• Adhere to safety rules and maintain a safe environment.

Skills

Reading a tape measure

Using a hammer

Operating equipment like routers and saws

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Routers

Saws

Presses

Staple guns

Job description

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.

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 follows 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.
• Adheres 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.