About the Role
Saw Operator I is responsible for the setup and operation of a single-blade saw, reading production scheduling sheets and identifying required material for the operation.
Responsibilities
- Ensures material meets quality specifications (grade, size, moisture content, etc.).
- Performs setups according to specifications.
- Feeds material according to specifications.
- Periodically checks equipment to ensure specifications are being met.
- Offloads and stacks material in accordance with established procedures.
- Covers, labels, and bands components (finished product) if required.
- Ensures work area is safe, clean, and organized.
- Ensures 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.
- Performs preventive maintenance as specified.
- Participates in safety, CI, and other programs and meetings.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 months of experience using saws or similar equipment.
- Some experience in manufacturing and assembling is preferred.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
Skills
- Working knowledge of basic math preferred.
Experience Level
- Minimum 3 months of experience
Education Level
- High school diploma or GED is preferred but not required.
About the Company
- UFP Industries has been successful for over 65 years, remaining profitable every year since its founding.
- The company is competitive, with a demanding line of work where employees get back what they put in.
- UFP Industries fosters a family-like environment where employees care for each other and support each other's success and career advancement.
- Employees work hard and smart, learning and growing from each other, experience, trial and error, and success.
- The company collaborates to maintain its competitive edge on a global scale.
Equal Opportunity
- The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
