EWP Beam Cutter Engineered Wood Product

Builders FirstSource; Phillipsburg (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals to join their team in a dynamic role involving the operation of saws and forklifts to cut and manage Engineered Wood products. This position offers a supportive environment where you can grow and learn while contributing to a vital part of the supply chain. With a focus on safety and teamwork, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that materials are handled efficiently and accurately. If you are looking for a hands-on position with opportunities for advancement, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Competitive Benefits

Supportive Culture

Growth Opportunities

Qualifications

• 3 months of experience in similar tasks or equivalent education.
• Forklift certification required.

Responsibilities

• Operates various saws to cut Engineered Wood products.
• Loads and unloads materials; drives forklifts.
• Ensures balanced and safe load-building.

Skills

Forklift Operation

Basic Communication

Load-Balancing

Safety Procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Chain Saws

Bunk Saws

CNC Beam Saws

Forklift

Job description

Ignite your career at Builders FirstSource

Builders FirstSource is America's largest supplier of building materials, value-added components, and building services to the professional market. We are the industry leader, helping make home ownership more achievable every day. At BFS, you'll have access to all the tools, training, and resources needed to empower your growth, explore new opportunities, and build a limitless career.

Purpose

Under direct supervision, operates basic saw types such as Chain saws, Bunk Saws, and CNC Beam saws to cut Engineered Wood products according to work orders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates basic saw types such as Chain saws, Bunk Saws, and CNC Beam saws to cut Engineered Wood products according to work orders.
• Reviews work order to determine cut(s) to be made.
• Adjusts saw for required cuts.
• Adjusts speed of saw and feed rolls.
• Loads and unloads materials onto or from pallets, trucks, or customer vehicles, and installs strapping, bracing, or padding to prevent shifting or damage in transit.
• Drives various lifting devices (e.g., forklift) to move products, equipment, or materials around the warehouse, shop, or yard.
• Performs load-building, ensuring the load is balanced and safe for hauling based on customer orders and vehicle capacity.
• Conveys materials to or from storage to designated areas using hand trucks, electric dollies, forklifts, or other devices.
• Attaches identifying tags or labels to materials or marks information on containers for correct identification.
• Other duties as required.

Supervisory Responsibilities

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Minimum Requirements

High school diploma or GED and three months of experience in similar tasks, or equivalent education and experience. Forklift certification required.

Core Competencies

• Clear and persuasive communication; active listening.
• Welcoming feedback; contributing to team spirit; supporting team success.
• Accuracy and thoroughness; quality improvement; applying feedback.
• Meeting productivity standards; timely completion of work; efficiency.
• Adherence to safety procedures; proper equipment use; reporting unsafe conditions.
• Punctuality and reliability.
• Following instructions; taking responsibility; completing tasks or notifying of delays.
• Basic reading, writing, and speaking skills; simple math; ability to read tape measures and identify lumber species, size, and grade.

Work Environment / Physical Activity

The physical demands include working in a production environment with temperature variations, chemicals, mechanical parts, noise, and dust. Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds frequently, and up to 100 pounds on occasion, with assistance for heavier lifts.

Additional Information

We foster a supportive, people-first culture that encourages growth, learning, and new challenges. We offer competitive benefits to support your well-being and security. For more details, visit www.bldrbenefits.com.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, or disability. For accommodation requests under the ADA, contact [phone] or [e-mail]. Do not send resumes to this email. For compliance information, visit https://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/ofccpost.htm. Pay Transparency provisions are available in English and Spanish.