Saw Operator, 1st shift

Carpenter Co. has immediate openings for a 1st shift Warehouse/Saw Operator in our Fabrication Department at our Longview, NC manufacturing plant. This position is responsible for the operation of machinery that cuts and moves foam products and will communicate with the department manager and lead person for direction of material needing to be cut.

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret work orders
• Use order listings to determine sizes and amounts to cut
• Run computer-controlled cutting equipment
• Maintain a steady work pace in a high-volume department
• Verify proper machine operations and check output accuracy
• Work independently and in a team environment
• Operate a forklift
• Make machine adjustments when necessary
• Lift up to 75 lbs. repeatedly throughout the shift
• Assist with inventory, as required
• Perform other duties as assigned by management

Requirements

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree
• 1+ years manufacturing experience preferred
• 1+ months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read and interpret a tape measure
• Basic computer knowledge and ability to use computerized equipment in daily operations
• Forklift experience required

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cutting equipment
• Forklift certification

Skills

• Detail-oriented: capable of carrying out tasks with all necessary details
• Loyal: shows firm and constant support
• Dedicated: devoted to tasks with loyalty and integrity
• Flexibility: performs well with the ability to set your own schedule and goals
• Goal completion: inspired by task completion
• Self-starter: performs well without outside help

Benefits

• Comprehensive health insurance
• Generous profit-sharing plan
• Long-term career opportunities in a stable industry and clean working environment
• Tuition reimbursement after 1 year of service

Pay

$22.02 - $22.75 per hour

Schedule

Full-time, 1st shift