Truss Saw Operator/Sawyer

About the role

The successful candidate will be someone who is safety conscious and detail oriented. Most importantly, the successful candidate will recognize they are part of a team and take pride in the quality of their work.

Purpose

Operates web, linear, and component saws to supply the boards needed for the truss building process.

Essential functions

• Safely operate web, linear, and component saws in accordance with company safety procedures.
• Set up, adjust, operate, and perform routine cleaning of assigned saw equipment.
• Perform routine saw calibrations daily and as otherwise required to maintain cutting accuracy and equipment performance.
• Load lumber into the saw manually or with a forklift and ensure a continuous, efficient flow of materials.
• Verify cut lists, production tickets, and dimensions before beginning each production run.
• Cut lumber to specified dimensions while maximizing material yield and minimizing waste.
• Measure cut parts throughout production to verify dimensional accuracy and ensure compliance with quality standards.
• Inspect lumber for proper grade and quality before processing and inspect finished components to ensure they meet company quality standards.
• Continuously monitor the quality and accuracy of finished products and make necessary adjustments to maintain specifications.
• Ensure components are fabricated in accordance with company specifications and production requirements.
• Monitor material inventory and communicate shortages or material issues to the appropriate supervisor.
• Assist in performing routine preventive maintenance, including blade inspections and replacements when required.
• Follow proper equipment shutdown procedures and strictly comply with all Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) requirements.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area at all times.
• Work collaboratively with production team members to meet daily production schedules and support efficient workflow.
• Comply with all company safety policies, OSHA regulations, and required personal protective equipment (PPE) standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills and abilities

• Ability to be alert, focused, and detail-oriented at all times.
• Demonstrates ability to follow specific instructions and directions.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced team environment, as well as work alone.
• Demonstrate ability to use and operate hand tools, including reading a tape measure.
• Demonstrate ability to stack material properly.
• Comply with OSHA requirements and standards to wear all applicable PPE properly.

Physical demands

• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to lift/push/pull up to 80 pounds and carry objects 50 feet.
• Must be able to see within normal range of vision with or without corrective lenses.
• Must be able to hear running machinery.
• Must be able to use hands, wrists, and fingers repetitively.
• Must have exceptional eye-hand coordination.
• Must regularly be able to reach overhead.
• Must regularly be able to sit, squat, bend, twist, and stand.
• Must be able to walk around regularly using steps occasionally.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous saw experience desired.
• Must be able to pass a background check and drug test.

Work conditions

• Works outside in temperatures ranging from extreme heat to extreme cold.
• Work with mechanical equipment daily.
• Work in areas with high noise levels.