Datum SC LLC Vertical Line Associate Greenwood, SC · Full time

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Datum is a next-generation manufacturer of precision building assemblies, created to address America’s housing shortage with speed, quality, and sustainability. In partnership with CertainTeed and its parent company Saint-Gobain — global leaders in light and sustainable construction — Datum deploys One Precision Assemblies (OPA), an advanced panelized construction system that reduces build times by up to 50%, improves energy performance, and ensures factory-level quality on every home. Our mission is to expand the supply of affordable, high-performance housing by scaling regional factories that serve local builders and developers. Each Datum facility is designed to deliver substantial economic impact by creating high-quality manufacturing jobs, supporting local supply chains, and enabling builders to construct more homes with fewer delays. All homes produced through Datum’s OPA process are engineered to be electrification-ready, highly energy efficient, and resilient — helping communities meet today’s housing demand while preparing for a sustainable future. Backed by a leadership team with deep experience in modular and panelized manufacturing, Datum is uniquely positioned to grow quickly and responsibly. We are committed to advancing housing innovation, empowering our employees, and building a culture that prioritizes safety, quality, and continuous improvement.

Job Title: Vertical Line Associate 

Location: Greenwood, SC 

Employment Type: Full-Time, Non-exempt (Hourly) 

Reports To: Production Manager 

Dotted Line Coordination: Quality Specialist

Position Summary 

The Vertical Line Associate is responsible for performing vertical assembly operations on wall panels in accordance with Datum’s production work instructions, quality standards, and takt time requirements. This role performs station-based tasks including framing verification, siding installation, window installation, and related finishing activities required to produce completed vertical wall assemblies. The Vertical Line Associate is expected to execute tasks consistently, meet assigned cycle times, and support first-pass quality in a high-throughput manufacturing environment. 

Core Responsibilities 

• Perform vertical assembly operations on wall panels in accordance with production work instructions, standard work, and takt time targets established for the vertical line. 
• Install siding, windows, and related components per approved work instructions, specifications, and fastening requirements. 
• Verify framing alignment, opening dimensions, and surface readiness prior to installation of siding or windows. 
• Perform fastening, sealing, and finishing activities using hand and power tools while maintaining required quality standards and cycle times. 
• Execute work in a manner that supports continuous flow, minimizing rework, delays, or disruption to line balance. 
• Move or position wall panels safely within the vertical line as directed, maintaining alignment with takt pacing. 
• Identify quality issues, material defects, or process deviations and promptly escalate them to the Production Manager to prevent downstream impact. 
• Execute assembly tasks in accordance with quality standards and corrective actions communicated by the Quality Specialist. 
• Support quality inspections and rework activities when directed, including identification, segregation, and correction of non-conforming assemblies. 
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe workstation to support repeatable execution, quality output, and on-time production. 
• Follow all safety, quality, and operational procedures, including proper use of PPE and adherence to standardized work. 

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

• High school diploma or equivalent required. 
• Prior experience in residential framing, siding installation, window installation, or similar manufacturing or construction environments preferred. 
• Familiarity with window setting, flashing concepts, siding systems, and fastening methods is a plus. 
• Ability to safely use hand tools, pneumatic tools, and power tools common to framing and finish installation. 
• Ability to read and follow basic work instructions, diagrams, shop drawings, and visual aids. 
• Strong attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks consistently and accurately. 
• Ability to work effectively as part of a production team in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. 

 

Work Environment & Physical Requirements 

• Based onsite at Datum’s Greenwood, SC manufacturing facility. 
• Regular work on the production floor in a station-based vertical assembly environment. 
• Ability to stand, reach, bend, and work on vertically oriented assemblies for extended periods throughout the workday. 
• Ability to regularly lift, carry, push, or pull materials up to 50 lbs. 
• Frequent use of hand tools, pneumatic tools, lifts, or positioning equipment as applicable. 
• Required use of PPE including hard hat, safety glasses, gloves, hearing protection, and steel-toe boots. 
• Exposure to noise, moving equipment, and seasonal temperature variations typical of a manufacturing environment. 

 

Why Join Datum  

• Be part of a company tackling the U.S. housing shortage through innovation and sustainability. 
• Gain valuable experience in advanced factory operations and logistics. 
• Competitive compensation (hourly pay and discretionary bonus). 
• Reimbursement for eligible employee benefit expenses (health, dental, vision, or related). 
• Growth opportunities within Datum as the company scales nationally. 

Application Instructions 

Applicants can inquire about the role by emailing Lizeth Tiscareno at [email protected]. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. (no sponsorship available). Pre-employment background check and drug screening may be required.