Production Associate - Truss & Wall Assembly

QXO Inc
  • Fremont, NE
    30+ days ago

    Job Description

    QXO, Inc. (NYSE: QXO) is the largest publicly traded distributor of roofing, waterproofing, and related products, and the second largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials in North America. QXO is the fastest growing company in the $800 billion building products distribution industry and plans to become the tech-enabled leader by delivering best-in-class customer satisfaction and outsized returns for its shareholders. The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenues within the next decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth.

    The Production Associate - Truss & Wall Assembly is responsible for assembling roof trusses, wall panels, and other structural building components according to production specifications, engineering drawings, and work orders. This role supports manufacturing operations by preparing materials, assembling components, operating production equipment, and performing quality inspections to ensure products meet customer requirements and company standards. The ideal candidate is dependable, safety-focused, and enjoys hands-on work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

    What you'll do:

    Component Assembly & Production

    • Assemble roof trusses, wall panels, and structural building components according to work orders and production specifications
    • Measure, mark, align, and fasten lumber and structural materials using hand tools, pneumatic tools, and power equipment
    • Read and interpret work orders, production drawings, and assembly instructions
    • Inspect materials before assembly and remove damaged or non-conforming products
    • Move completed assemblies through production and staging areas for final processing

    Material Handling & Workstation Setup

    • Retrieve and stage lumber, connector plates, fasteners, and production materials
    • Set up workstations and production equipment for daily manufacturing activities
    • Operate forklifts, rolling carts, and other approved material-handling equipment as authorized
    • Maintain organized inventory and ensure production materials are readily available
    • Assist with loading, unloading, and staging finished products as needed

    Quality Control

    • Perform quality inspections throughout the manufacturing process
    • Verify dimensions, measurements, component placement, and workmanship
    • Identify product defects or production concerns and notify supervisors promptly
    • Maintain high quality standards to ensure products meet engineering specifications and customer expectations

    Safety & Equipment Operation

    • Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements
    • Perform daily safety inspections on assigned tools and production equipment
    • Safely operate hand tools, pneumatic tools, saws, nail guns, forklifts, and other manufacturing equipment
    • Report equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or operational concerns immediately
    • Maintain clean, organized, and hazard-free work areas

    Team Collaboration

    • Work closely with supervisors and production team members to meet production schedules and quality standards
    • Participate in required safety meetings and job training
    • Support continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, quality, and operational efficiency
    • Perform additional duties as assigned

    What you'll bring:

    • Strong work ethic and commitment to workplace safety
    • Ability to accurately read a tape measure and perform basic math calculations
    • Mechanical aptitude and ability to safely use hand and power tools
    • Strong attention to detail and quality workmanship
    • Ability to follow written instructions, production drawings, and work orders
    • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
    • Experience in manufacturing, carpentry, construction, truss manufacturing, wall panel production, or building materials
    • Experience using pneumatic nail guns, staple guns, saws, and production equipment
    • Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification
    • Familiarity with production drawings and measuring tools
    • Basic computer skills
    • Work is performed primarily in a manufacturing and production environment with occasional outdoor exposure
    • Exposure to machinery, noise, dust, vibration, and seasonal temperatures
    • Ability to stand, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, climb, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the shift
    • Ability to lift and carry materials weighing up to 50 pounds regularly; heavier materials require team lifting or mechanical assistance
    • Frequent use of hand tools, pneumatic tools, production machinery, and material-handling equipment
    • Overtime and weekend work may be required based on production schedules and business needs

    What you'll earn:

    • Hours: Monday through Friday 3:00 pm to 1:30 am
    • Health Care Benefits
    • Paid Time Off

    QXO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender or sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationFremont, NE

    Skills

    • Assembly Drawingsunmatched
    • Carpentryunmatched
    • Component Assemblyunmatched
    • Computer Skillsunmatched
    • Computer Workstationsunmatched
    • Constructionunmatched
    • Continuous Improvementunmatched
    • Customer Satisfactionunmatched
    • Detail Orientedunmatched
    • Engineering Drawingunmatched
    • Forkliftunmatched
    • Hand Toolsunmatched
    • Inventory Managementunmatched
    • Lift/Move 50 Poundsunmatched
    • Loading/Unloadingunmatched
    • Manufacturingunmatched
    • Manufacturing Assemblyunmatched
    • Manufacturing Equipmentunmatched
    • Manufacturing Operationsunmatched
    • Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
    • Mathematicsunmatched
    • Operational Supportunmatched
    • Organizational Skillsunmatched
    • Pneumatic Toolsunmatched
    • Product Developmentunmatched
    • Product Engineeringunmatched
    • Production Machiningunmatched
    • Production Scheduleunmatched
    • Production Specificationsunmatched
    • Production Systemsunmatched
    • Quality Controlunmatched
    • Quality Managementunmatched
    • Quality Metricsunmatched
    • Roofingunmatched
    • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
    • Team Playerunmatched
    • Time Managementunmatched
    • Waterproofingunmatched
    • Writing Skillsunmatched

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