JOB PURPOSE:
Assembles wood Roof Trusses, Wall Panels, or Floor trusses by performing one or more repetitive jobs on an assembly line or sub-assembly line to produce and assemble trusses/wall panels. This requires such processes as insertion of materials, clamping, fitting parts, and use of some hand tools.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Assembles trusses or wall panels, by positioning lumber and plates on the line, aligned within the hardware, and as seen on the truss paperwork.
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Sets press machine pins as directed by Production Manager.
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Hammers plates into lumber on the bottom of the truss.
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Releases assembled truss from hardware on to racks or stacks on the ground.
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Maintains working area free of miscellaneous equipment and debris. Sweeps work area at the end of the shift.
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Reports unsafe working conditions and practices to the Production Management team.
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Complies with all OSHA, employee conduct, and safety guidelines.
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Performs additional duties as assigned by Floor Supervisor or Management.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of associates and managers
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Ability to learn & apply Lean Practices, gain CPR/AED certification, as well as forklift certification
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Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds
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Ability to perform assembly tasks as required and successfully work in a team environment
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Basic math and measurement skills needed
Education:
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Lean Experience a Plus
College education Not Required
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Experience:
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Prior experience preferred, but not required
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
- Manufacturing environment.
