Plant Technical Associate

Red. Built™ is a leading engineered wood products, structural components, and construction systems supplier to the commercial construction industry across North America. Our reputation for unparalleled customer service and support has gone back over 60 years. We are built on safety , customers , careers , community, and the structures we shape.

And we’re growing... Summary: We are currently seeking a full-time Plant Technical Associate at our Chino facility. The Plant Technical Associate will provide day-day technical and quality leadership to plant Associates in achieving quality and production goals. This individual is responsible for coordinating and maintaining the Quality Management System (QMS) at the Chino plant.

This position will report to the Chino Plant Manager with dotted line accountability to the Commercial Manufacturing Technical Director. Red. Built is committed to continuous growth and will support this candidate with educational assistance and job-related training.

Essential Functions

Develop, maintain, and ensure conformance to Red. Built Manufacturing Standards. Develop and facilitate quality training programs at the Chino plant. Identify, report, and resolve safety, quality, and production issues. Report product performance and process quality status to business management regularly. Maintain relationships with outside vendors, third-party certification agencies, and internal associates.

Lead the team by resolving technical issues, fostering a quality culture, and ensuring adherence to all quality policies and procedures. Requirements, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (Minimum Qualifications): Strong work ethic, good judgment and decision-making skills Drive continuous improvement in Quality practices.

Demonstrated ability to raise performance by building and maintaining positive relationships with all associates through coaching, development and instilling a continuous improvement mindset. Strong background in statistical tools and techniques Maintain accurate records related to inspections, audits, and training. Experience in safety is a plus.

Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus. Wood products experience is a plus. Some form of industrial experience is required. Basic knowledge of OSHA procedures, related standards, and regulations is preferred. Intermediate MS Office (WORD, EXCEL. POWER POINT, & ACCESS) skills preferred. Must have strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and ability to work effectively in a highly interactive/energetic team environment. Willingness to jump in and take on new assignments and be able to figure out where and who your resources are when you need help. Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and follow through on commitments Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing environment and spend significant time on the production floor.

Ability to network with other professionals and operations in related fields and identify opportunities for improving Red. Built. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with strong business writing and presentation ability. Must be willing to travel outside the region to support other locations or for training, on occasion.

Works well with little supervision and manages their time well. Self-starter with an innovative approach to improving plant quality practices and programs. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! Reports to: Plant Manager FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt Job Type: Full-time Pay: $27.00-$30.00/hour Work Location: Chino, CA Benefits : 11 Paid Holidays Paid Time Off Paid Community Service Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) FSA/HSA Options 401k Retirement Plan with Employer Matching Opportunity for bonus Paid Parental Leave Flexible Dependent Care Account Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Company Paid Basic Life and AD&D Insurance Company Paid Short Term Disability Voluntary Long-Term Disability Voluntary Life and AD&D Insurance PPE Support: We provide our associates with all basic PPE required for the job.

We also have a PPE reimbursement policy to support our associates with the cost of prescription safety glasses, custom molded hearing protection, and safety boots. Red. Built is an equal opportunity employer. Must take pre-employment drug test and a background check which includes criminal records to be considered for the position .

Please note that the job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.