Categories: Manufacturing, Wood Products

Job Summary

Saw Operator II is responsible for the set up and operation of a multi-blade saws and/or saws making angle cuts. Functions as the saw lead person. Reads production scheduling sheets and identifies required material for the operation.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Ensures material meets quality specifications grade, size, moisture content, etc.
• May use a saw computer to set up the blades to specification or may set up blades manually.
• Feeds material according to specifications and operates the saw.
• Periodically checks equipment to ensure specifications are being met.
• Offloads and stacks material in accordance with established procedures, and if required, may cover, label and band components/finished product.
• Ensures work area is safe, clean and organized, and that equipment is safe to operate.
• Completes pre-shift/startup equipment inspection checklist and reports any problems or concerns.
• Maintains a clean and orderly work environment.
• Maintains production records as required.
• Checks materials and finished products to ensure compliance with standards.
• Performs duties consistent with established safety and quality procedures, rules, and standards.
• Performs LOTO as required.
• If working with a partner, ensures that partner is trained on the equipment’s safe operation.
• Communicates with forklift operator regarding loads incoming material and departing material
• May be required to drive a forklift.
• Performs preventive maintenance as specified.
• Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED preferred but not required.
• Minimum 6 months experience using saws or similar equipment; some experience in manufacturing and assembling is preferred.
• No minimum forklift diving experience is required; however, some experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred
• Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process if required.

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Hourly/Salary Pay Range:  $18-$23 hourly dependent on experience*

                *pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living 

Bonus/Incentive Pay

For hourly positions with incentive pay:  Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses.  A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.

Benefits currently offered to our employees:

• Medical insurance
• Health savings account with company contribution
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Basic and voluntary life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Stock purchase program with employee discount
• Educational reimbursement
• Wellness programs and challenges 

Other supplemental benefits