Production Associate I

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Wausau Homes Inc

Posted 3 months ago

Full Time

Wausau, Wisconsin

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

Build wall panels, floors, and trusses using hand tools and semi-automated equipment in an indoor facility. Inspect finished products for quality and accuracy while working safely as part of a team.

Qualifications

You have basic math and reading skills, and are comfortable using or learning hand tools. Experience with construction or production is a plus but not required. You should be at least 18 years old, reliable, and motivated to learn.

Must Have Skills for ATS

hand tools

semi-automated equipment

blueprints

nail guns

staple guns

Job Description

Production Associate – 1st Shift

Wausau Homes | Full‑Time | 6:00 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Starting Pay: $20.00/hr (performance‑based progression)

Build more than homes—build a career.

At Wausau Homes, we offer hands‑on training, and real growth opportunities in a climate‑controlled indoor facility. If you’re dependable, willing to learn, and take pride in quality work, we want you on our team. Our production team is grounded in integrity, humility, stewardship, strong work ethic, and passion. That shows up every day in how we treat one another, how we train, and how we promote from within.

If you’re dependable, willing to learn, and want a stable job with a future, we want to meet you.

What You’ll Do

  • Build wall panels, floors, and trusses in an indoor production facility
  • Use hand tools and semi‑automated equipment
  • Read basic blueprints and measure materials
  • Lift and move lumber (up to 50 lbs)
  • Inspect finished products for quality and accuracy
  • Work safely and efficiently as part of a team

What We’re Looking For

  • At least 18 years old
  • Reliable and motivated to learn
  • Basic math and reading skills
  • Construction or production experience a plus (not required)
  • Able to use or learn hand tools (nail/staple guns)
  • Comfortable lifting and climbing ladders

Pay, Schedule & Benefits

  • $20/hr starting pay + progression increases
  • 1st shift only – evenings are yours
  • Immediate PTO upon hire
  • Company‑funded HAS
  • Tool, safety shoe & safety glasses reimbursement
  • Indoor, climate‑controlled work environment
  • On‑the‑job training + promote‑from‑within culture

Looking for steady work with a future? Apply today and grow with Wausau Homes.

“We hire for attitude and reliability—we’ll train the right people.”

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Wausau Homes Inc

Wausau Homes customers rave about the experience. You will, too. We empower you to build your business and become the premier builder in your area by equipping you with the tools and resources necessary to be more productive, serve customers better and reach more prospective customers. Our Wausau Business System is redefining the building experience with online interactive plans, 3D design software, and the ability to provide customers with a firm price quote and anticipated move-in date before a contract is signed.
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