Sawyer Lead Mfg Direct - EWP

Builders FirstSource • Cumming, GA

5h • Onsite

About The Position

Summary Operates complex component saws to cut planks, timbers, or boards according to work orders by performing the following duties. Provides training and work direction to other Saw Operators.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
Reviews work order to determine cut(s) to be made.
Operate component saw with computer controlled touch screen.
Adjusts saw for required cuts.
Adjusts speed of saw and feed rolls.
Observes automatic feeding of lumber to saw or pushes end of lumber into feed rolls.
Coordinates multiple activities associated with saw operations including picking, staging, stacking and loading.
Plans and assigns work tasks among team in order to meet daily, weekly, project, or team related production goals.
Performs job tracking and reporting, overseeing the efficiency and output of team.
Trains new employees in the tasks required for component assembly work, including actual assembly techniques, use of tools and machinery, and safety guidelines and procedures.
Competencies
To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in situations; listens and gets clarification when needed.
Teamwork - Gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests; Supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.
Quantity - Meets productivity standards; Completes work in timely manner; Strives to increase productivity; Works quickly.
Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions; Uses equipment and materials properly.
Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time.
Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; Takes responsibility for own actions; Completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.
Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Requirements

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED), plus 1-year prior experience and/or training in related construction or lumber industries; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 6 months prior experience working on machines and good mechanical aptitude is required.
• Must have attention to quality, quantity and safety.
• Ability to read a limited number of two- and three-syllable words and to recognize similarities and differences between words and between series of numbers.
• Ability to print and speak simple sentences.
• Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10's and 100's.
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one- or two-step instructions.
• Ability to deal with standardized situations with only occasional or no variables.
• Must be able to identify species, size, and grade of lumber.

Responsibilities

• Reviews work order to determine cut(s) to be made.
• Operate component saw with computer controlled touch screen.
• Adjusts saw for required cuts.
• Adjusts speed of saw and feed rolls.
• Observes automatic feeding of lumber to saw or pushes end of lumber into feed rolls.
• Coordinates multiple activities associated with saw operations including picking, staging, stacking and loading.
• Plans and assigns work tasks among team in order to meet daily, weekly, project, or team related production goals.
• Performs job tracking and reporting, overseeing the efficiency and output of team.
• Trains new employees in the tasks required for component assembly work, including actual assembly techniques, use of tools and machinery, and safety guidelines and procedures.

What This Job Offers

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