Saw Operator I- Mon-Thurs 4pm-2am

UFP Industries; Blanchester (OH); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

UFP Industries in Ohio is seeking a Saw Operator I to set up and run a single-blade saw. You will read scheduling sheets, identify materials, and feed stock to meet specifications.

Responsibilities include quality checks, safe operation, pre-shift inspections, and maintaining records. This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and adherence to standard procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
• Minimum 3 months of experience using saws or similar equipment; some manufacturing/assembling experience is preferred.
• 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.
• Feeds material according to specifications.
• Performs daily equipment inspections and maintains clean, safe work area.
• Offloads, stacks, labels, and bands components as required.
• Keeps production records and ensures materials and finished products meet standards.
• Adheres to safety and quality procedures and participates in safety/CI programs.

Skills

Basic math

Education

High school diploma/GED

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.

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The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.