Saw Operator- 1st Shift (Tues-Fri 8am-4pm)

UFP Industries, Inc; Blanchester (OH); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries, Inc. is seeking a Saw Operator I in Blanchester, OH. You will set up and operate a single-blade saw, read scheduling sheets, and identify required material to meet quality standards.

You will ensure the work area is safe, perform pre-shift inspections, and maintain production records while following safety and quality procedures.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates a single-blade saw.
• Reads production scheduling sheets and identifies required material.
• Ensures material meets quality specifications including grade, size, moisture content.
• Performs setups according to specifications and feeds material.
• Maintains clean and safe work area and ensures equipment is safe to operate.
• Completes pre-shift startup inspection and reports problems.
• Maintains production records and checks materials and finished products for compliance.
• Adheres to safety and quality procedures and participates in programs and meetings.

Skills

Basic math

Safety awareness

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Saw equipment

Job description

Job Summary

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.