Production Worker at Better Living Inc – Charlottesville, Virginia

The Production Worker is a versatile role responsible for the assembly and manufacturing of high-quality structural building components, including roof trusses, floor trusses, and wall panels. This position involves manual labor, tool operation, and collaboration within a team to meet production deadlines while upholding Better Living’s long-standing reputation for expertise and safety.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Accurately assemble wood products according to production orders, blueprints, or shop drawings.
• Safely use pneumatic nail guns, specialized saws, hammers, and other hand or power tools.
• Measure, cut, and move lumber and metal connector plates as required for the specific production line.
• Ensure all finished products meet company quality standards and specific project measurements.
• Adhere to all safety guidelines, including the proper use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE). Maintain a clean and organized work area to ensure a hazard-free environment.
• Assist other departments and team members as needed to meet daily production goals and shipping schedules.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous experience in a warehouse, construction, carpentry, or manufacturing environment is preferred but not required.
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately and perform basic mathematical calculations (adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing).
• Comfort and dexterity using hand and power tools in a fast-paced environment.
• High School Diploma or equivalent preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Ability to stand and walk for 8–10 hour shifts.
• Must be able to continuously lift/move up to 25 lbs., frequently lift/move up to 50 lbs., and occasionally lift/move up to 100 lbs. with assistance.
• Work is performed in a non-climate-controlled manufacturing facility. Exposure to wood dust, loud noise, moving mechanical parts, and varying temperatures is expected.

COMPETENCIES

• Ability to follow detailed oral or written instructions.
• Strong common-sense understanding to deal with standardized situations and variables.
• Willingness to work overtime as production volume requires.