Saw Operator II

When we win, you win! UFP has a long history of sharing profits with employees. Our hourly team members are eligible for a fall bonus based on their local operation’s performance! Come join our production team where you will work in a hands-on collaborative environment with the ability to see your work come together in an end product every day. Job Summary Saw Operator II is responsible for the set up and operation of a multi-blade saws and/or saws making angle cuts. Functions as the saw lead person. Reads production scheduling sheets and identifies required material for the operation. Principal Duties and Responsibilities Ensures material meets quality specifications grade, size, moisture content, etc. May use a saw computer to set up the blades to specification or may set up blades manually. Feeds material according to specifications and operates the saw. 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. If working with a partner, ensures that partner is trained on the equipment’s safe operation. Communicates with forklift operator regarding loads incoming material and departing material May be required to drive a forklift. Performs preventive maintenance as specified. Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma/GED preferred but not required. Minimum 6 months experience using saws or similar equipment; some experience in manufacturing and assembling is preferred. No minimum forklift diving experience is required; however, some experienced is preferred. Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process if required. The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Please watch our welcome video below to learn more about UFP Industries! Wondering what the companies of UFP Industries are all about? We're successful. We've been around for more than 65 years, and we've been profitable every year since our founding. We work hard, and we know how to set and beat records. We're competitive. Our line of work is demanding, but you'll get back what you put in and have fun doing it. We're family. We care for each other and want to see each other succeed. We enjoy watching each other build great careers and take advantage of the many opportunities we have to advance. And that makes UFP Industries a great place to be. We work hard and smart. We learn and grow from each other, from experience, from trial and error, from success. We collaborate to maintain our competitive edge. And we do it all on a global scale.