Manufacturing Associate – Automation Piece Rate

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. Receive wood from the saw shop and piece it together with a nail gun along set stringers .

Posted 9/29/2026full-timeBirmingham • Alabama • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $14 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in building and repairing wooden pallets while adhering to safety procedures and maintaining high quality standards. Capable of lifting heavy materials and working in various environmental conditions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

WoodworkingPallet BuildingAttention to DetailSafety ProceduresPhysical Stamina

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Hard Skills

Nail Gun OperationWood AssemblyPallet RepairLumber HandlingQuality Control

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationCommitment to Quality

Tools & Technologies

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Certifications & Qualifications

High School DiplomaGED

Industry Keywords

Warehouse ExperienceConstruction ExperienceCarpentry ExperienceLandscaping ExperienceRoofing Experience

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Receive wood from the saw shop and piece it together with a nail gun along set stringers
Stack finished products by hand for forklift operators to move to appropriate areas
Build and repair wooden pallets from freshly cut or recycled wood
Follow company safety procedures to protect yourself and others
Maintain high quality standards while producing a high volume of finished goods

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or GED
Ability to lift wooden pallets which weigh about 50 lbs. on a regular basis
Previous lumber, warehouse, construction, carpentry, landscaping, roofing, experience highly preferred
Quick hands, attention to detail, commitment to quality
Ability to communicate effectively
Ability to work overtime as needed
Ability to work in extreme conditions including heat, cold, and air particulate
Repetitively lift up to 50–75 pounds
Ability to bend, stoop, walk, turn, pivot, and stand for entire shifts of varying lengths
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) required, including eye protection, ear protection at several locations, and safety shoes
Close vision, distance vision, and color vision required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive Pay
Holiday Pay
Daily Pay – Access to your earned wages before payday
Referral Bonuses
Long-Term Career Advancement
Paid Time Off
Medical, Dental, Vision, Basic Life, AD&D, and Short-Term & Long-Term Disability insurance for Eligible Full Time Employees
401(k) Retirement Plan
Great Team Environment