Saw Filer

Weyerhaeuser • Cottage Grove, OR

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Candidates selected for this position will bench and grind round and trim saws, hammer and sharpen carbide saws, troubleshoot and work on filing equipment, and align sawmill equipment. About Weyerhaeuser: We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines and locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference. We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us. About Wood Products: We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support. For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products. Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team. Weyerhaeuser Lumber Mill in Cottage Grove, OR, has immediate openings for Journeyman Saw Filer. All candidates must be safety conscious, self-motivated, possess excellent communication skills, be experienced in working with other crafts, and have a desire to work in a market focused, team environment.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required
• Have a Journeyman card or ability to obtain one
• Journey filing experience with a minimum of 1-3 years in a sawmill environment preferred
• Understanding internal quality control and machine alignment procedures
• Consistently demonstrating a strong commitment to safety values
• Producing quality work products and the capacity to adapt to and learn new technology
• Submit a resume
• Be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship
• Successfully complete a pre-employment drug screen, background check, and physical
• Must be willing to work multiple shifts including nights and weekends
• Possess excellent communication skills
• Be experienced in working with other crafts
• Have a desire to work in a market focused, team environment

Nice To Haves

• Exposure to CNC equipment and computer skills is desirable

Responsibilities

• Bench and grind round and trim saws
• Hammer and sharpen carbide saws
• Troubleshoot and work on filing equipment
• Align sawmill equipment
• Fitting round saws
• Use filing shop equipment to do calibration and maintenance
• Do hard tipped welding (alloy) and stellite tipping
• Tension and level round saws and band saws
• Perform and assist with saw change service
• Perform operations preventative maintenance including inspecting equipment for signs of wear and damage and recognize unsafe conditions
• Understand planned and preventative maintenance process
• Teach and guide apprentices
• Wear all safety equipment and obey all safety rules
• Participate in safety initiatives, including exhibiting safe work practices and helping others work safely
• Have a sense of urgency in terms of maximizing production and minimizing down time is necessary in this type of manufacturing environment
• Be able to perform labor-intensive work
• Be comfortable working above the ground at times, and outside as necessary
• Be able to perform essential duties include but are not limited to stooping, climbing and crawling in and over machines for repair purposes and the ability to lift 50 to 100 pounds

Benefits

• Competitive wage at $36.93 an hour with additional skill-based pay levels ranging from $39.77 - $41.19
• Health Insurance, with family coverage ranging from $12.00 - $32.00 per paycheck
• Health Savings Account
• dental & vision
• 401(k) with company match up to 3½% plus an additional 5% company contribution
• 2-weeks’ vacation
• 9 scheduled holidays, with 2 additional float holidays
• state sick time, front loaded at 40 hours
• Discounted Weyerhaeuser recreation permits

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED