Wood Truss Stacker

Agcor Steel Llc; Cullman (AL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Agcor Steel Llc in Cullman, Alabama, is hiring a Truss Stacker to ensure the safe and efficient stacking of wood trusses. The role involves operating equipment, performing quality checks, and maintaining a clean and safe work environment.

Ideal candidates should have a high school diploma or GED and demonstrate teamwork and strong communication skills. Physical stamina is required, as the role entails standing for long periods and lifting materials up to 75 lbs.

Qualifications

• Ability to properly utilize and maintain personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Effective communication and ability to read a tape measure.

Responsibilities

• Stack wood trusses according to specifications in a safe manner.
• Perform quality checks and adjustments on products.
• Complete daily housekeeping tasks.
• Troubleshoot machinery issues with immediate supervisor.

Skills

Safety culture promotion

Assembly equipment operation

Quality checks

Preventative maintenance

Teamwork and communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Overview

Reporting to the Truss Manager, the Truss Stacker is responsible for stacking wood trusses according to specifications in a safe and efficient manner to meet internal and external customer needs.

Essential Functions

• Promote and drive safety‑first culture, ensuring the safety of employees, contractors, and visitors
• Know and follow safety and emergency procedures as needed
• Operate assembly equipment and tools in a safe and responsible manner to stack and band wood trusses as per customer orders, while adhering to quality specifications
• Routinely perform quality checks and make adjustments as needed to provide customer with accurate and damage‑free product
• Complete all daily tasks
• Maintain clean work area throughout shift
• Complete housekeeping and work area prep tasks prior to end of shift
• Routinely perform preventative maintenance on machinery as per training
• Troubleshoot and/or notify immediate supervisor of machine breakdowns or issues
• Maintain and/or update department visual tracking metrics boards
• Cross‑train on other functions in the department
• Provide support in meeting and/or exceeding department and plant goals such as safety, quality, scrap prevention and operational excellence
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills/Experience Requirements

Ability to

• Properly utilize and maintain all personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Read and write
• Effectively communicate with others
• Read a tape measure, use a bander, and be organized
• Maintain a dependable attendance record
• Receive instruction and follow direction, including technical and multi‑step instructions
• Work indoors or outdoors in all weather conditions
• Work independently as well as in a team
• Work safely, remain calm and make decisions in a fast‑paced environment

Ability and willingness to

• Contribute innovative solutions to work‑related challenges
• Learn, align with and support company goals, values and mission statement
• Lead from any role within the organization and contribute in developing fellow team members

Preferred attributes

• High school diploma or GED
• Previous field‑related, forklift and/or manufacturing experience

Physical Requirements

• Standing for long periods of time outdoors
• Routine lifting up to 50 lbs and occasional up to 75 lbs
• Frequent to occasional lifting, stooping, squatting, kneeling, reaching, bending, twisting, pushing and pulling