Precision Lumber Saw Operator

Colonial Group; Modesto (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group seeks a saw operator in Modesto, CA to operate basic saws (pop-up, miter, web saws) to cut planks, timbers, or boards per work orders. You will set up the saw, regulate feed, monitor speeds, and stack finished lumber with attention to safety and quality.

Training may be provided; the role emphasizes timely execution, teamwork, and adherence to work orders and supervisor instructions. The environment is physically demanding and loud.

Qualifications

• Less than high school education; or up to one month related experience or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to read a tape measure and work with basic measurements.

Responsibilities

• Reviews work order to determine cut(s) to be made.
• Adjusts saw for required cuts.
• Adjusts speed of saw and feed rolls.
• Observes automatic feeding of lumber to saw or pushes end of lumber into feed rolls.
• Stacks cut lumber after processing.
• Advises supervisor of dull saw blades.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Oral Communication

Teamwork

Quality

Quantity

Safety

Attendance/Punctuality

Dependability

Language Skills

Math Skills

Reasoning Ability

Lumber species/size recognition

Education

Less than high school

Job description

Colonial Group seeks a saw operator in Modesto, CA to operate basic saws (pop-up, miter, web saws) to cut planks, timbers, or boards per work orders. You will set up the saw, regulate feed, monitor speeds, and stack finished lumber with attention to safety and quality.

Training may be provided; the role emphasizes timely execution, teamwork, and adherence to work orders and supervisor instructions. The environment is physically demanding and loud.