Truss & Panel Assembler — ESOP, Growth & Team Focus

Mead Lumber; Billings (MT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Flexible scheduling

Career growth

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Mead Lumber Company is seeking a Truss Assembler to join our production team in Billings, MT. You will construct roof and wall trusses, follow CAD specs, and work with a crew to meet daily targets. Expect hands-on assembly, safety compliance, and close collaboration on a fast-paced line.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate measurement, and adherence to quality standards. We offer ESOP benefits, flexible schedules, and ongoing opportunities for career development within a renowned

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; prior truss/panel plant experience preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and perform strenuous physical labor.
• Read a tape measure to the sixteenth of an inch accurately.
• Operate in a fast-paced construction environment with safety in mind.
• Follow verbal and written instructions; coachable by team members and leadership.
• Possess basic hand tools and adapt to required tasks.

Responsibilities

• Review engineering layout and cut sheets to verify wood materials, lengths, grade and size.
• Set up jig with team members for each truss in pre-production.
• Apply correct plate sizes during assembly per CAD guidance.
• Check quality and verify heel height, seat cuts, depths, spans and squareness.
• Assemble the truss with the assigned team and maintain productivity goals.
• Ensure compliance with standards from the Truss Plate Institute (TPI) and regulatory agencies.
• Stack and bundle trusses, move finished products to yard, and ensure neat workspace.

Skills

Heavy lifting

Teamwork

Reading tape measure

Construction experience

Safety awareness

Education

High School diploma

Tools

Nail gun

Hammer

Forklift

Press machine

Tape measure

Saws

Job description

Mead Lumber Company is seeking a Truss Assembler to join our production team in Billings, MT. You will construct roof and wall trusses, follow CAD specs, and work with a crew to meet daily targets. Expect hands-on assembly, safety compliance, and close collaboration on a fast-paced line.

The role emphasizes teamwork, accurate measurement, and adherence to quality standards. We offer ESOP benefits, flexible schedules, and ongoing opportunities for career development within a renowned