What are the responsibilities and job description for the Wall Panel Production Associate position at Mans Lumber & Home?
WHY MANS LUMBER & HOME?
Michigan Timber & Truss, a proud member of the Mans family of Companies, is a leading provider of high-quality wood components, specializing in wall panels and trusses. We are committed to craftsmanship, efficiency, and innovation in the construction industry.
Where you work is important, therefore we do not want you to just like where you work but rather, we want you to love where you work. We could tell you why you will love working at Mans, we could list out our accolades and a whole bunch of employee satisfaction statistics, but everyone does that, right?
Here is the deal - at Michigan Timber & Truss, a Mans family company, we care. Not just about whether you show up for work every day, but we care about you as an employee and person. As a family owned and operated company, we appreciate and care for our employees, partners, and customers: these individuals are the ones that make Mans the company that it is and has been for 120 years. When you succeed – we succeed.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
The Wall Panel Production Associate position is more than a wall panel production master, the selected candidate will be accountable for building wall panels out of lumber and sheathing material(s). Additionally, qualified candidates will possess the inner drive and self-motivation necessary to meet daily production goals. In other words, we aren’t looking for the ordinary; we are looking for the extraordinary!
THE NITTY GRITTY
- At the direction of the Wall Panel Lead and the specific design plans provided, cut lumber to correct lengths and nail together wall panel components.
- Operate table saw, chop saw, radial arm saw, etc. as needed to cut material to proper length.
- Using a nail gun, efficiently and accurately nail boards together and onto wall frame.
- Push, pull, or lift wall panels from assembly table to cart or staging area.
- Clean-up work areas on a regular basis, to avoid stepping on or tripping over scrap materials.
- Maintain strong communication with Wall Panel Lead and other team members to ensure a cohesive, productive, and collaborative wall panel team.
- Learn and apply appropriate safety regulations consistently, including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment.
- Assist in mentoring, training, and developing less experienced production associates.
- Consistent focus on completing great work that is highly accurate; and demonstrate strong attention to detail on all projects.
- Maintain up to date knowledge of products and construction techniques.
WHAT YOU NEED
- An exceptional customer service mentality is a must have for any qualified candidates.
- 1-2 years of wall panel production experience is strongly preferred; however, we are willing to train the right candidate who embraces the right type of mindset.
- Continually manages time efficiently, with strong capabilities to multi-task and problem solve.
- Good analytical and problem-solving skills
- Demonstrates the ability to work independently managing multiple tasks, setting priorities and meeting deadlines.
- Proven ability to build relationships, gain rapport quickly, and collaborate internally and externally with co-workers and customers.
- Ability to inspire and influence others.
- A strong steward of the Mans Lumber & Home culture and core values.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
This job operates in a warehouse setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, and bar code scanners.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
This is a largely labor-intensive role, and qualified candidates will be required to use their arms, hands, legs and back regularly. This role would also require the ability to lift, bend, walk and stand as necessary, as well as lift 80 pounds consistently. May be subject to weather elements from time to time.
POSITION TYPE/EXPECTED HOURS OF WORK
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Some Saturday work will also be required during the peak season (May-October).
PERKS OF THE JOB
World-class benefits consisting of Blue Cross Blue Shield medical and dental coverage, vision insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, 401(k) with generous match of 4%, life insurance, pet insurance, legal assistance, identity theft protection, charitable and community service initiatives, progressive paid time-off policy, paid holidays, and annual profit-sharing eligibility. We also have good coffee.
OTHER STUFF OUR LAWYER SUGGESTED WE ADD
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
The Company is committed to a policy of equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
