Assembler

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: • Assembles trusses or wall panels, by positioning lumber and plates on the line, aligned within the hardware, and as seen on the truss paperwork. • Sets press machine pins as directed by Production Manager. • Hammers plates into lumber on the bottom of the truss. • Releases assembled truss from hardware on to racks or stacks on the ground. • Maintains working area free of miscellaneous equipment and debris. Sweeps work area at the end of the shift. • Reports unsafe working conditions and practices to the Production Management team. • Complies with all OSHA, employee conduct, and safety guidelines. • Performs additional duties as assigned by Floor Supervisor or Management. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: • Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of associates and managers • Ability to learn & apply Lean Practices, gain CPR/AED certification, as well as forklift certification • Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds • Ability to perform assembly tasks as required and successfully work in a team environment • Basic math and measurement skills needed Education: • Lean Experience a Plus College education Not Required Experience: • Prior experience preferred, but not required WORK ENVIRONMENT: • Manufacturing environment. Apply tot his job