Position Summary: The Manufacturing Associate supports the safe and efficient fabrication of wood blocking and mineral wool fire stop blocking used in commercial and residential construction. This role is responsible for measuring, cutting, assembling, labeling, and packing materials to specification; maintaining tooling and equipment; complying with quality standards; and following safety and housekeeping practices to meet daily production goals.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Production & Fabrication
- Measure, cut, and fabricate wood blocking per shop drawings, cut lists, and work orders using table saws, chop saws, band saws, and CNC saws (if applicable).
- Cut and shape mineral wool fire stop blocking to specified dimensions and densities while maintaining edge integrity and minimizing fiber disturbance.
- Perform basic assembly (e.g., laminations, fasteners, adhesives) and ensure parts are square, to spec, and free of defects.
- Stage, label, and kit parts for downstream operations or shipment; verify counts, dimensions, and order completeness.
- Read and interpret shop drawings, BOMs, and routing sheets; confirm tolerances (e.g., ±1/16” unless otherwise noted).
Quality & Documentation
- Inspect materials for defects (voids, warps, chips, density inconsistencies) and segregate nonconforming product.
- Complete in-process and final inspections; document lot numbers and batch details for traceability—especially for fire stop materials.
- Follow standard work, control plans, and quality checklists; escalate deviations and participate in root-cause/corrective actions.
Safety & Compliance
- Follow all safety procedures and wear all required PPE (cut-resistant gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, Tyvek suit/dust masks or respirators as required for mineral wool handling).
- Operate saws, hand tools, and material handling equipment (forklift, pallet jack, overhead crane if applicable) safely and only if trained/authorized.
- Maintain clean work areas (5S: Sort, Set in Order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain) and manage waste (sawdust, offcuts, mineral wool scraps) per company policy.
- Comply with fire stop material handling guidance and manufacturer SDS/IFU (Instructions for Use).
Equipment & Maintenance
- Perform daily start-up/shut-down checks, blade changes, and basic preventative maintenance (lubrication, alignment, dust collection checks).
- Report equipment issues and assist maintenance with troubleshooting as needed.
- Help with tool crib organization, inventory accuracy, and reordering consumables (blades, adhesives, fasteners, labels).
Throughput & Continuous Improvement
- Meet or exceed daily takt/throughput targets with minimal rework and scrap.
- Contribute ideas to improve safety, quality, cycle time, yield, and ergonomics.
- Cross-train across stations (saw, assembly, packing, labeling, kitting).
Minimum Qualifications
- Passing a medical evaluation exam
- Pass a fit test for wearing a respirator
- High school diploma or GED preferred.
- 1+ year(s) in manufacturing, carpentry, millwork, or construction prefabrication (wood or insulation handling preferred).
- Proficient with tape measures, calipers/squares, and common shop tools; comfortable reading basic shop drawings.
- Ability to safely lift 50 lbs. repeatedly and stand/walk for extended periods.
- Basic computer literacy for work orders, labels, scanners, and data entry.
At Advanced Exterior Systems our Company has a track record of hiring, developing, and promoting quality performers of excellent character. We offer our employees competitive wages, a fun TEAM working environment, career growth and advancement opportunities. Our Company invests in each employee to provide them with the resources to succeed, make a difference, and transform their careers. We do more than help build buildings, we help our employees build their own successful futures.
This job description does not list all the duties of the job. You may be asked by supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You will be evaluated in part based on your performance of the tasks listed in this job description.
Benefits:
- Accrued Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Retirement Plans
- 401K Savings Plan
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Health Plan
- Dental Plan
- Vision Plan
- Flexible Expending Account for healthcare
- Short Term Disability
- Voluntary Life Insurance
Employment with Advanced Exterior Systems is contingent upon successful completion of a drug screening. Each situation is reviewed individually in accordance with company policy.
100% Employee Owned
As an employee-owned company, we are passionate and dedicated to working like owners and as a team to enhance the success of the company. We are proud to be able to share in the benefits of our success through our ESOP program.
Advanced Exterior Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome all qualified applicants to apply - regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
Military Friendly Employer
We value the knowledge, skills and abilities you acquired in the military. Whether you are an active serve member transitioning or a military spouse, we want you to consider a rewarding career.
