Sawyer - 1st Shift

Carter Lumber Company; 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

A Carter Lumber Sawyer is responsible for processing cutting i-joists to specifications to ensure a quality product is produced.Projects are standard set up and generally routine based. Completes tasks as directed with minimal supervision.A strong belief in the mission and goals of the company are necessary to this position.

Requirements:

• Previous experience in a manufacturing, mill, or lumber environment is preferred
• Ability to operate a forklift and chainsaw
• Knowledge of safety procedures while handling saws and other tools
• Possess manual dexterity and the ability to do repetitious work
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written and verbal instruction
• Ability to read and understand simple diagrams and blueprints
• Must be able to work at a fast pace
• Ability to work in inclement weather
• Ability to work in a team environment

Responsibilities:

Sawing

• Responsible for gathering materials needed to perform job according to requirements. Reads cut sheets to determine the amount, size and grade of material that needs cut. Sets up machines properly to ensure accuracy of cuts are made. Ensures a quality product is produced. Maintains inventory by providing an accurate count of products. Manages an equipment servicing schedule. Meets daily, weekly and team related production goals. Responsible for loading and unloading semi flat beds on a daily basis.

Safety

• Adheres to safety requirements by operating equipment and handling material in a safe and appropriate manner. Acknowledges and reports any defects or safety issues to supervisor immediately.

Benefits (full-time employees)

• Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
• Optional supplemental life insurance
• Company-match 401(k)
• Vacation time and paid holidays
• Vendor incentives
• Room for growth; we promote from within!
• Military encouraged to apply!