Wall Assembler

US LBM; Hampshire Township (IL); On-site; USD 23,419 - 24,796; Full time

Job summary

A leading distributor of building materials is seeking a Wall Assembler I in Hampshire Township, Illinois. Responsibilities include assembling wall components, stocking materials, and monitoring production workflow. Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma and prefer prior carpentry experience. A strong ability to read a tape measure is required. The hourly pay is competitive, between $17.00 and $18.00, with potential opportunities for advancement to positions like Wall Assembler II or Lead.

Qualifications

• High School education or equivalent work experience is required.
• Prior carpentry experience is preferred.
• Must be able to read a tape measure and use a hammer.

Responsibilities

• Assemble components under the direction of line leaders.
• Lay out wall component supplies and materials.
• Maintain work area by keeping it neat and organized.

Skills

Ability to read a tape measure

Ability to learn to operate equipment

Available for overtime

Education

High School education or equivalent work experience

Tools

Routers

Saws

Presses

Staple guns

Job description

Founded in 1983, Lumber Specialties operates multiple facilities in Dyersville, Story City, Osceola, Iowa and Kirkland, Illinois that total more than 100,000 square feet of manufacturing space on 64 acres. Lumber Specialties produces roof and floor trusses, wall panels as well as providing engineered wood products, steel beams and laminated columns to customers throughout the Midwest. Lumber Specialties is a division of US LBM, one of the country’s leading distributors of specialty building materials.

A Brief Overview

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

Pay Range: $17.00-$18.00/hr.

What You Will Do

• Lay out wall component supplies and materials on carts or floor.
• 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.
• Maintain work area by keeping it neat and organized.
• Assist in the set‑up of component assembly process.
• 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.

Required For All Jobs

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

Education Qualifications

• High School education 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.
• Available for overtime as needed.

Additional Potential Opportunities Based On Experience

Wall Assembler II

Wall Assembly Lead

Lumber Specialties, 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.