Stone Production Associate
WHO WE ARE:
Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan since 1955, Lumbermen’s operates in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and Minnesota. A leading distributor and manufacturer, we are driven by our mission to enrich lives by intentionally caring for all who experience us. We are employee owned and relationship powered.
SHIFT: 1st with a 4AM start, 1st with a 9AM start or 2nd with a 4PM start
POSITION SUMMARY
Based out of our Byron Center, MI facility, the Stone Fabrication team fabricates quartz, granite, and other hard surface countertops. Day-to-day responsibilities include:
Stone Countertop Fabrication team is responsible for:
Job layout and optimization of materials
Properly measuring and cutting materials (includes use of saws, routers, polishers, wizard, etc)
Building countertops to customer specifications
Preparing and labeling countertops for shipment
Maintaining the fabrication schedule with the office to stay on time (using overtime if needed)
Machine maintenance and upkeep along with tooling upkeep
Maintaining granite inventory levels for stock replenishment
Logging material use for each job for the office to maintain inventory levels in the system and apply appropriate cost of material to each job
Assisting the rest of the shop team in terms of shop cleanliness and maintenance
Assisting other shop members with moving tops and basic shop work flow
Modifying/Adjusting other materials as needed (i.e. splash milling, quartz top adjustment etc.)
At Lumbermen’s, our business is built on relationships. It’s crucial that the person selected to fill this role is a safety-minded team player who gets energy from contributing to collaborative success.
This position offers a $300 annual clothing allowance for uniform, protective footwear, and PPE.
WHO WE NEED:
High School diploma/GED required
Prior CNC Experience is a plus
Hilo operator’s license (will train if needed)
Prior fabrication or construction experience desired
Ability to do physical labor including lifting of up to 100 lbs
Ability to stand for 8-10 hours/day
Ability to bend, twist, and stoop
KEY QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS
Attention to detail.
Teamwork mentality
Mechanical Aptitude
Punctual and dependable
Strong positive work ethic
Desire to “do things right the first time”
Ability to read and interpret shop drawings and fabricate from digital templates and CAD drawings.
Ability to read a tape measure and understand dimensions.
Knowledge of mathematics including fractions and decimals
Ability to effectively work and communicate with fellow employee owners
Ability to or willingness to learn to operate tools listed above and obtain new skills
Knowledge of structural design integrity
Self-starter
WHAT WE OFFER:
Lumbermen’s exists to enrich the lives of people by intentionally caring for all who experience us. You will experience a different kind of work environment and “family” here and help live out the Lumbermen’s promises of committing to those who count on us, doing what’s right, exercising sound business practices and earning consideration. Other benefits include:
A collaborative and supportive work environment
ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) – generous company-funded retirement
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Flexible spending/health savings account
401(k)
The SOURCE – free and confidential support resources for our team
Clothing allowance (for applicable roles)
Paid time off
Paid holidays
Training and development
Advancement opportunities
Lumbermen’s is proud to be a drug and alcohol-free workplace. In addition, Lumbermen’s will not discriminate against any employee or candidate because of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We participate in E-Verify.