1st Shift Saw Operator

UFP Industries; Salisbury (NC); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries is seeking a Saw Operator I to set up and operate a single-blade saw in our Salisbury, NC manufacturing facility. You will read production scheduling sheets, identify required material, and perform setups and material feeds according to specifications while maintaining quality and safety standards.

The role emphasizes accurate records, routine equipment inspection, and teamwork in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 months of experience using saws or similar equipment.
• Basic math skills preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years old.

Responsibilities

• Ensure 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, 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.
• Performs preventive maintenance as specified.
• Participates in safety, CI, and other programs and meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills

Saw operation

Production scheduling

Quality checks

Math skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Saw Operator I is responsible for the setup and operation of a single-blade saw. Reads production scheduling sheets and identifies required material for the operation.

Principle Duties And 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, 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.
• Performs preventive maintenance as specified.
• Participates in safety, CI, and other programs and meetings.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High school diploma GED is preferred but not required.
• Minimum 3 months of experience using saws or similar equipment some experience in manufacturing and assembling is preferred.
• Working knowledge of basic math preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.