Production Specialist

About the Role

The Production Specialist supports manufacturing and production operations by assisting in the cutting, assembly, and handling of building materials. This role plays a key part in ensuring products are produced accurately, safely, and efficiently. The ideal candidate is hands-on, detail-oriented, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, physically active environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Produce building products according to work orders, layouts, and specifications
• Read and interpret production paperwork, blueprints, and measuring tools to ensure accuracy
• Measure, mark, position, and fasten materials using hand and power tools
• Inspect materials and completed products to ensure quality and compliance with specifications
• Identify and remove damaged or non-conforming materials
• Set up workstations, tools, and materials for production runs
• Move completed products to staging or designated production areas
• Perform quality checks and support changeovers as needed during production
• Maintain awareness of production schedules and workflow priorities
• Follow all safety policies, PPE requirements, and operational procedures
• Inspect tools and equipment before use and report any safety or maintenance concerns
• Operate equipment and machinery safely and responsibly
• Maintain a clean, organized, and hazard-free work area
• Work closely with supervisors and team members to meet daily production goals
• Communicate production issues, material shortages, or quality concerns promptly
• Support continuous improvement and operational efficiency initiatives
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance
• Willingness and ability to learn manufacturing processes, equipment, and product requirements
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Basic math and measurement skills
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to safely use basic hand and power tools after training
• Strong commitment to workplace safety
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks while contributing effectively as part of a team
• Ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately and consistently
• Ability to work in a fast-paced production environment

Preferred Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred
• Previous manufacturing, production, construction, carpentry, warehouse, or related experience is a plus but not required
• Familiarity with work orders, blueprints, layouts, or technical drawings is a plus
• Previous experience with hand tools, power tools, or production equipment is a plus
• Experience within truss, building components, millwork, or other building-products manufacturing is a plus
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification is a plus

Work Environment and Requirements

• Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing and production environment
• Frequent exposure to machinery, moving equipment, dust, noise, vibration, and varying temperatures
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the shift
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, reach, push, pull, and perform repetitive physical tasks
• Ability to regularly lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance or mechanical equipment used for heavier materials
• Frequent use of hand tools, power tools, and production equipment after appropriate training
• Required PPE must be worn in designated production areas
• Overtime, weekends, or extended hours may be required based on production schedules

What You'll Earn

• Health Care Benefits
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off