Production Associate - Manufacturing / General Labor

Job Summary We are hiring Production Associates to support our manufacturing operations by safely handling, organizing, and preparing lumber products for production and shipment. In this hands-on, general labor role, you will help ensure materials meet quality standards and customer specifications in a safety-focused, team-oriented environment. This is a great opportunity for entry-level candidates looking to build experience in manufacturing, production, or lumber operations. What We Make We manufacture laminated wood products used in RVs, cargo trailers, and manufactured or modular homes. Our operation includes an in-house mill that cuts and prepares materials prior to the lamination process, giving operators exposure to multiple stages of production. Key Responsibilities Move, handle, and secure lumber products and materials according to instructions Stack finished products based on bundle size and customer requirements Label materials by product type, size, and count Apply individual tags before and/or after treating or production Band, bundle, and secure materials using strapping and corner protectors Use a staple gun and troubleshoot minor equipment issues Verify correct quantities are bundled, labeled, and secured Maintain accurate inventory of tags and report discrepancies to a supervisor Record production activity on production sheets Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area Assist other areas by moving material and loading/unloading carts Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures Participate in safety meetings, continuous improvement (CI), and team activities Perform other duties as assigned Qualifications No prior manufacturing experience required; lumber or production experience is a plus High school diploma or GED preferred, not required Basic math skills preferred Must be 18 years of age or older Ability to follow instructions and work safely in a physical manufacturing environment Click here to watch what a day in the life of a Production Associate role looks like. Pay Rate: $16.00 - $18.00/hour, depending on experience Shift Schedule: Monday – Friday, 6:00am – 2:30pm The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please watch our welcome video below to learn more about UFP Industries! Click Here to Review Truck Driver Postings Wondering what the companies of UFP Industries are all about? We're successful. We've been around for more than 65 years, and we've been profitable every year since our founding. We work hard, and we know how to set and beat records. We're competitive. Our line of work is demanding, but you'll get back what you put in and have fun doing it. We're family. We care for each other and want to see each other succeed. We enjoy watching each other build great careers and take advantage of the many opportunities we have to advance. And that makes UFP Industries a great place to be. We work hard and smart. We learn and grow from each other, from experience, from trial and error, from success. We collaborate to maintain our competitive edge. And we do it all on a global scale.