Panel Saw and Edge Band Tech - Swing

Hardwood Industries, Inc.; Sherwood (OR); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Hardwood Industries, Inc. is hiring a warehouse/mill worker in Sherwood, Oregon. The role involves operating machinery like panel saws and edge banders, ensuring quality control, and performing various physical tasks. Candidates must have expertise in forklift operation, knowledge of safety procedures, and the ability to lift heavy materials. A high school diploma or equivalent is preferred. The work environment can be loud and requires adherence to safety standards.

Qualifications

• Ability to lift and move up to 100 pounds and perform physical labor.
• Knowledgeable with measuring devices (calipers, tape measures).
• Ability to read, understand and follow safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operate panel saw and edge banding machines.
• Perform quality checks on materials and products.
• Stage and package materials for shipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized workspace.

Skills

Forklift operation

Machine operations

Safety practices

Use of hand tools

Mathematical skills (addition, subtraction)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Forklift

Panel saw software

Edge band software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Function: This position fulfills all the duties of a warehouse worker/mill worker including, but not limited to, driving forklift, machine feeder and off bearer, machine operations with the responsibility of ensuring accuracy of material cuts and edge banding

Essential Responsibilities and Duties: Includes the following.

• Panel Saw Operator
  • Operate panel saw software
  • Make blade changes
  • Operate forklift skillfully (certified in-house)
  • Operation of department dust collection system
  • Understand product paper fulfillment
  • Knowledgeable with measuring devices (calipers / tape measures)
• Order/Material Puller
  • Familiarity with forklift
  • Comprehend SKU’s and locations
  • Perform safety checks (information provided)
  • Stage materials in a safe manner
  • Perform QC checks of product
  • Work well with others
  • Feed or off bear efficiently to protect integrity and safety of product and self
  • Package material for shipment
• Edge Band Operator
  • Order comprehension
  • Operate forklift skillfully (certified in-house)
  • Operate edge band software
  • Practice machine preventative maintenance
  • Ability to understand and conceptualize machine function and abilities
  • Perform QC of products
  • Knowledgeable with measuring devices (calipers / tape measures)
• Good Housekeeping and Work Ethic
  • Keep areas neat and organized
  • Clean and return tools when done
  • Clean and inspect machines before shift
  • Be flexible (may work up 50 hours/week)
  • Empty dump bins on occasion
  • Have a good attitude
  • Always wear PPE and operate safely
• General Skills
  • Use of hand tools (drills, wrenches etc.)
  • Knowledge of forklift operation
  • Knowledge of complete order process
  • Stacks lumber and/or sheet goods according to standard unit width and proper sticker placement
  • Practices the proper safety techniques required on the job
  • Limited operation skills of specialty machinery

Other Duties: as assigned

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge of all equipment, its use, and ability to operate it.

Ability to use the telephone.

Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide; calculate linear, board, and square footage.

Ability to read and comprehend detailed instructions, to write detailed correspondence, and to communicate information to customers and employees in English.

Ability to learn and use software computer applications, to include Microsoft Office Suite and Activant.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hand and fingers; handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to walk, climb, or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is frequently required to stand.

The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 25 pounds, frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

This job requires regular work inside; constantly working near moving mechanical parts. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes, airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and constantly exposed to vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.