What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tool Room-Grinder Technician position at MacDonald & Owen Lumber Company?
Join the team at MacDonald and Owen Lumber Co., a fast-paced, growing lumber company. We specialize in manufacturing kiln-dried lumber. Our company is centered on our core values. We are family oriented and have a desire to promote from within. We value honor, commitment, command, drive, change, and a servant-hearted attitude. We want our employees to thrive in business and in life! Learn more about us at https://hardwoodlumber.net/careers/
Position: Tool Room-Grinder Technician
Position Summary: Perform a variety of job tasks in the production of wood components. The position follows standard work methods and practices safe work habits to ensure production is as efficient and safe as possible. Set up and fully operate the molder to company standards and customer specifications.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Set up and deliver accurately ground heads to molders.
- Set up Tooling for operators prior to production
- Coordinate with vendors and operators for inventory management of tooling and sawblades
- Perform housekeeping and basic maintenance and inspection of the machine. This includes daily and weekly required preventative maintenance checks done and documented.
- Communication with other departments is required
- Inform the tool room for all tooling issues and understanding of head placement
- Conscious of how to feed the boards into the moulder to get the best utilization and yield.
- Complete documentation as required for your machine
- Ability to learn and train others to the job requirements
- Maintain a safe work area clear from debris, clutter, and dust.
- Adhere to company policies and SOPs.
- Notify the supervisor/team lead of potential procedural improvements.
- Ensure quality of product according to company standards.
- Maintain an excellent attendance record.
- Must be safety conscious, have a positive attitude, and work well in a team environment
Standard Qualifications:
- High school education or equivalent preferred but not required
- 6 months in manufacturing environment preferred
- Basic understanding of measurements
- Manual/finger dexterity skills
- Ability to perform in a fast, labor-intensive environment with exposure to dust particles and loud machinery
- Ability to lift 25-40 pounds
- Ability to stand/walk 10 hours per shift breaks
- Capability of performing repetitive motions such as bending, twisting, reaching, pushing, pulling, and grasping.
- Understand spoken and written English
Benefits:
- Competitive wage and opportunities for growth
- $500 signing bonus after 90 days
- Monthly bonus eligibility at 90 days
- High visibility clothing and safety footwear reimbursement at 90 days
- Life Insurance (company paid)
- Short Term Disability (company paid at 6 months of employment)
- 401k
- 401k 4% match at 6 months of employment
- Additional Life insurance coverage for employees and dependents
- Long Term disability coverage
- Accident, Critical Care, & Cancer Coverage
- Dental Insurance
- SmartDollar financial wellness program
- Referral program bonuses
Join an unstoppable team with irresistible culture.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
Work Location: One location