Sawyer - 2nd shift

Clumber; Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

Disability insurance

Life insurance & AD&D

401(k)

Paid vacation & holidays

Vendor incentives

Growth opportunities

Military encouraged to apply

Job summary

Carter Lumber is seeking a Sawyer responsible for processing cutting i-joists to specifications to ensure a quality product is produced. Projects are standard and routine, performed with minimal supervision.

The role requires the ability to operate a forklift and chainsaw, read cut sheets, follow safety procedures, and work well in a team in a manufacturing environment. Benefits are available for full-time employees.

Qualifications

• Experience in a manufacturing, mill, or lumber environment preferred.
• Ability to operate a forklift and chainsaw.
• Knowledge of safety procedures while handling saws and other tools.
• Manual dexterity for repetitious work.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to read diagrams and blueprints.

Responsibilities

• Gather materials required for cutting per requirements and read cut sheets to determine amount, size and grade of material.
• Set up machines to ensure cut accuracy and produce quality product.
• Maintain inventory with accurate counts and manage equipment servicing schedule.
• Meet daily, weekly and team production goals and handle loading/unloading of semi trucks.

Skills

Forklift operation

Chainsaw operation

Blueprint reading

Manual dexterity

Follow instructions

Teamwork

Weathering inclement conditions

Fast-paced work

Tools

Forklift

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 weatherAbility 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!