Swing Sawyer

States Industries Llc; Eugene (OR); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

States Industries Llc is seeking a Saw Operator to run Auto and Manual saws, ensuring material meets States Industries' quality standards while actively supporting safety and production goals.

You will read load tickets, set up machinery, and participate in safety programs, working with multiple teams to drive continuous improvement and zero WIP.

Qualifications

• Read a tape measure and micrometer.
• Good problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Effective communication and listening abilities.

Responsibilities

• Saw material on Auto and Manual saws to quality standards.
• Read load tickets and set up machinery.
• Follow safety guidelines and LOTO procedures.
• Coordinate breaking schedule with Central department.
• Support TWI, 5S and Kaizen programs.
• Maintain housekeeping and zero WIP goals.
• Complete JSA certifications for Saws & Putty.
• Assist safety, production and quality goals with the team.

Skills

Read a tape measure

Read a micrometer

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

TWI certification

Job description

SUMMARY:Saw panels on the Auto & Manual saws as principal job, help sustain TWI trained Sawyers and be actively involved in achieving safety, quality and production goals. Work to continuously improve the Saw Operation.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Saw material on the Auto Saw and Manual Saw as principal responsibilityEnsure material is sawn to the quality standard set by States industries standards.Help organize breaking schedule through the Central department.Read and understand load tickets.Set-ups on machinery.Follow safety guidelines, including lockout/tagout procedures.Be actively involved in all Saw quality and production issues. This includes working with other Saw crews, Managers, Supervisors, Coordinators, other work centers, and the Quality department for continuous improvement.Support and maintain all TWI, 5S & Kaizen programs.Work with team to maintain zero WIP.Must complete JSA’s and Certification for Saws & Putty to be Certified in area.Maintain good housekeeping in and around work area.Must support the team in achieving all Safety, Production and Quality goals.Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.QUALIFICATIONS:To perform this job successfully, you must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required.EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:Will need to be certified through the TWI certification program.Good problem-solving skills and organizational skills.LANGUAGE SKILLS:Good communication and listening skills.MATHEMATICAL SKILLS:Basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, division.Read a tape measure and micrometer.REASONING ABILITY:Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out detailed written and oral instructions.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Ability to walk and stand over 2/3 of your shift.Ability to use and reach with your hands and arms.Ability to climb or balance over 1/3 of your shift.Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl over 1/3 of your shift.Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.WORK ENVIRONMENT:Use of personal protective equipment is always required. (Hearing protection and safety glasses)General mill environment. High noise, dust, forklift and pedestrian traffic.