Mill Lead
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Job overview
UFP Industries, Inc. is hiring a Mill Lead. The Mill Lead oversees saw operations, setting up multi‑blade equipment, reading production schedules, and ensuring material meets quality specifications while maintaining a safe, organized work area and coordinating with forklift operators.
Key focus areas include Ensure material meets quality specifications, Set up equipment using saw computer, and Feed material and operate saw.
Preferred (not required): Saw Computer Operation, Basic Math, and Inventory Techniques.
Skills & qualifications
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Job Duties
Job Summary
Saw Operator III is responsible for the set up and operation of a multi-blade saws and/or saws making complex angle cuts. Functions as the saw lead person. Reads production scheduling sheets and identifies required material for the operation.
Principle Duties and Responsibilities
Ensures material meets quality specifications grade, size, moisture content, etc.
Uses a saw computer to set up the equipment to specification.
Feeds material according to specifications and operates the saw.
Periodically checks equipment to ensure specifications are being met.
Offloads and stacks material in accordance with established procedures, and if required, may cover, label and band components/finished product.
Ensures work area is safe, clean and organized, and that equipment is safe to operate.
Completes pre-shift/startup equipment inspection checklist and reports any problems or concerns.
Maintains a clean and orderly work environment.
Maintains production records as required.
Checks materials and finished products to ensure compliance with standards.
Performs duties consistent with established safety and quality procedures, rules, and standards.
Performs LOTO as required.
If working with a partner, ensures that partner is trained on the equipment's safe operation.
Communicates with forklift operator regarding loads incoming material and departing material
May be required to drive a forklift.
Performs preventive maintenance as specified.
Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
High school diploma/GED is preferred but not required.
Minimum 6 months experience using saws or similar equipment; some experience in manufacturing and assembling is preferred.
No minimum forklift diving experience is required; however, some experienced is preferred.
Working knowledge of basic math and inventory techniques preferred.
Successfully complete Forklift Driver licensing process if required.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
Hourly Pay Starting $17.00
*pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living
Benefits currently offered to our employees:
Medical insurance
Health savings account with company contribution
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Basic and voluntary life insurance
Disability insurance
401(k) plan with company match
Paid vacation and holidays
Stock purchase program with employee discount
Educational reimbursement
Wellness programs and challenges
Other supplemental benefits
The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Universal Forest Products and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.
Minimum Education Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent
Minimum Experience Required
None
Shift
First (Day)
Number of Openings
1
Public Transportation Accessible
Yes
Veterans Encouraged to Apply
No
Physical Required
Yes
Drug Test Required
Yes
Compensation
$17.00 - $17.00 / Hourly
Postal Code
56264
Job Type
Full Time
Place of Work
On-site
Requisition ID
R20107
Job Benefits
Not specified
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