Beam Saw Operator

Our Bob; Halifax; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Our Bob is recruiting an experienced Beam Saw Operator for its Halifax site. The role involves operating an SCM beam saw to cut MFC, MDF, chipboard, plywood and laminated boards, following cutting lists and optimisation patterns.

You will load materials safely, check dimensions, and prepare panels for the next stage of production in a two-person team. Applicants should have previous beam saw experience; SCM experience is a strong advantage, with familiarity of related equipment such as

Qualifications

• Experience operating a beam saw is required.
• SCM beam saw experience preferred; Holzma/Homag allowed.
• Good numeracy and accurate measuring skills.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate SCM beam saw to produce panels.
• Read and follow cutting lists, patterns and drawings.
• Load and unload sheet materials safely.
• Check dimensions and finish quality of panels.
• Label and stack cut components for next production stage.
• Change and set saw blades when required.
• Maintain a clean, safe workspace and report faults.

Skills

Beam saw operation

SCM beam saw experience

Reading cutting lists

Numeracy

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Punctuality

Tools

SCM beam saw

Cutting optimisation software

Job description

SCM Beam Saw Operator

Location: Halifax

Salary: Dependent on experience

Hours: Monday–Thursday, 6:00am–5:00pm | Friday, 6:00am–12:00pm (46 hour per week)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

The Role

We are currently recruiting for an experienced Beam Saw Operator to join a well-established panel processing and furniture manufacturer based in Halifax.

This is a full-time, permanent opportunity for someone with previous beam saw experience who takes pride in producing accurate, high-quality work.

Working as part of a two-person team, you will operate an SCM beam saw, cutting a variety of sheet materials to optimised cutting lists while maintaining quality, productivity and minimal material waste.

Key Responsibilities

• Set up and operate an SCM beam saw to produce accurate panels from MFC, MDF, chipboard, plywood and laminated boards
• Read and work from cutting lists, optimisation patterns and technical drawings
• Load and unload sheet materials safely
• Check dimensions, squareness and finish quality of completed panels
• Label and stack cut components ready for the next stage of production
• Change and set saw and scoring blades when required
• Carry out routine daily checks and basic machine maintenance
• Report faults, downtime and material shortages to the Production Supervisor
• Maintain a clean, organised and safe working environment
• Follow all health & safety procedures and PPE requirements
• Support other areas of production when required

About You

• Previous experience operating a beam saw
• SCM beam saw experience would be a strong advantage, although experience with Holzma/Homag, Biesse, Giben or similar machinery will also be considered
• An understanding of cutting optimisation software
• Good numeracy and accurate measuring skills
• Strong attention to detail and a focus on quality
• A reliable and punctual approach to work
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• A forklift licence would be advantageous but is not essential