Swing Sawyer

STATES INDUSTRIES•Eugene, OR

7d•$23 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

The Swing Sawyer operates Auto and Manual saws as the principal job, ensuring panels meet States Industries quality standards. The role supports TWI-trained sawyers and contributes to safety, quality, and production goals while continuously improving the Saw Operation. The position is based at the States Industries Panel Plant in Eugene, Oregon, and is full time on the swing shift. The hourly salary range is $23.00–$26.00, with no travel required. The employee must complete the JSA and certification requirements for Saws and Putty to become certified in the area. Work takes place in a general mill environment with high noise, dust, and forklift and pedestrian traffic. Personal protective equipment, including hearing protection and safety glasses, is always required.

Requirements

Certification through the TWI certification program is required.
Good problem-solving and organizational skills.
Good communication and listening skills.
Basic addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division skills.
Ability to read a tape measure and micrometer.
Ability to apply common sense and understanding to carry out detailed written and oral instructions.
Ability to walk and stand for over two-thirds of the shift.
Ability to use and reach with hands and arms.
Ability to climb or balance for over one-third of the shift.
Ability to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl for over one-third of the shift.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds.
Must use personal protective equipment, including hearing protection and safety glasses.

Responsibilities

Saw material on the Auto Saw and Manual Saw as the principal responsibility.
Ensure material is sawn to States Industries quality standards.
Help organize the breaking schedule through the Central department.
Read and understand load tickets.
Set up machinery.
Follow safety guidelines, including lockout/tagout procedures.
Participate in Saw quality and production issues, collaborating with other Saw crews, managers, supervisors, coordinators, other work centers, and the Quality department to support continuous improvement.
Support and maintain TWI, 5S, and Kaizen programs.
Work with the team to maintain zero work in progress (WIP).
Complete JSA and certification requirements for Saws and Putty to become certified in the area.
Maintain good housekeeping in and around the work area.
Support the team in achieving safety, production, and quality goals.
Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.