Saw Filer

AHF•Coalton, WV

34d•Onsite

About The Position

AHF Products has a job opportunity for a Saw Filer to be located in Norton, West Virginia. Reporting to Mill Supervisor, the Saw Filer will be responsible for inspecting, maintaining, filing, and calibrating saws. This position is responsible for maintaining and repairing saw blades to ensure the blades are in excellent working condition to achieve precision cuts and reduce wastage. SHIFT: Day shift LOCATION: 1644 Buckhannon Pike Coalton, WV 26257

Requirements

Must be able to successfully complete and pass a background check, employment verification and drug screening.
Positive and Verifiable Work History.
1-2 years previous experience in the wood manufacturing sector, in a sawmill, planer mill or with forest products.
Ability to lift heavy objects and perform physically demanding tasks.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy
Excellent time management skills to meet deadlines.
Ability to work well in a team-oriented environment.
Must be able to communicate, hear, comprehend, and write in English.

Responsibilities

Sharpens saws by hand or with the use of machines.
Set teeth and adjust blades to achieve accurate cuts.
Repair broken saw blades by welding or brazing.
Test saws to ensure proper functionality and safety.
Maintain and clean saws to prevent rust and corrosion.
Provide recommendations for saw maintenance and repair.
Read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals.
Knowledge of functionality and maintenance of saws to include but not limited to Gang Saw, Trim Saw, Edger’s etc.
Understanding of preventative maintenance processes related to saw shop and sawmill machinery.
Technical understanding of the manufacturing and servicing of saws to include repairing, tensioning, leveling, tipping, and sharpening.
Troubleshooting and examining saws for defects
Adherence to filing shop quality control standards.
Maintenance of workplace and saw filing safety.
Perform any other work-related task deemed necessary by the mill management.