Lumber Sawyer: Precision Cutting & Safety

Carter Lumber; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Vacation & holidays

Vendor incentives

Growth opportunities

Military encouraged to apply

Job summary

Carter Lumber Company in Lansing, MI is seeking a Sawyer to process cutting i-joists to specifications, ensuring a quality product with minimal supervision. You will read cut sheets, set up machines, and help maintain inventory while meeting daily production goals.

This full-time role requires the ability to operate forklifts and chainsaws, work in varied weather, and collaborate with a team in a fast-paced wood-products environment. Training provided and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, mill, or lumber environment is preferred.
• Possess manual dexterity and the ability to do repetitious work.
• Ability to read and understand simple diagrams and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Sawing: gather materials, read cut sheets, set up machines for accurate cuts, maintain inventory, manage equipment servicing, meet production goals, load/unload deliveries.
• Safety: adhere to safety requirements, report defects or safety issues to supervisor.

Skills

Teamwork

Manual dexterity

Follow instructions

Fast-paced work

Safety awareness

Reading blueprints

Tools

Forklift operation

Chainsaw operation

Cutting machinery setup

Job description

Carter Lumber Company in Lansing, MI is seeking a Sawyer to process cutting i-joists to specifications, ensuring a quality product with minimal supervision. You will read cut sheets, set up machines, and help maintain inventory while meeting daily production goals.

This full-time role requires the ability to operate forklifts and chainsaws, work in varied weather, and collaborate with a team in a fast-paced wood-products environment. Training provided and opportunities for growth.