EWP Sawyer

Carter Lumber

Posted 2 months ago

Full Time

Charlotte, North Carolina

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The EWP Sawyer is responsible for processing and cutting i-joists to specifications while maintaining inventory and equipment. They must ensure production goals are met while adhering to strict safety protocols and maintaining a clean work area.

Qualifications

You have previous experience in a manufacturing, mill, or lumber environment and can operate a forklift and chainsaw. You understand safety procedures while handling saws and other tools and can read simple diagrams and blueprints.

Must Have Skills for ATS

forklift

chainsaw

saws

blueprints

Job Description

A Carter Lumber EWP Sawyer is responsible for processing cutting i-joists to specifications to ensure a quality product is produced. Projects are standard set up and generally routine based.  Completes tasks as directed with minimal supervision. A strong belief in the mission and goals of the company are necessary to this position.

Requirements to be Considered for this Position:

  • Previous experience in a manufacturing, mill, or lumber environment is preferred
  • Ability to operate a forklift and chainsaw
  • Knowledge of safety procedures while handling saws and other tools
  • Possess manual dexterity and the ability to do repetitious work
  • Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out written and verbal instruction
  • Ability to read and understand simple diagrams and blueprints
  • Must be able to work at a fast pace
  • Ability to work in inclement weather
  • Ability to work in a team environment

Responsibilities of the Position:

  • Sawing
    • Responsible for gathering materials needed to perform job according to requirements.  Reads cut sheets to determine the amount, size and grade of material that needs cut.  Sets up machines properly to ensure accuracy of cuts are made.  Ensures a quality product is produced.  Maintains inventory by providing an accurate count of products. Manages an equipment servicing schedule.  Meets daily, weekly and team related production goals.  Responsible for loading and unloading semi flat beds on a daily basis.
  • Safety
    • Adheres to safety requirements by operating equipment and handling material in a safe and appropriate manner.  Acknowledges and reports any defects or safety issues to supervisor immediately.
  • Other
    • Accurately completing daily jobs on the production schedule
    • Keeping EWP area clean and well organized
    • Efficiently optimizing cuts - keeping "bad" drops to a minimum
    • Keeping staging area well organized
    • Maintaining chain saw blades
    • Monthly cycle counts

Benefits (full-time employees) 

  • Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment 
  • Short and Long-Term Disability 
  • Company-paid life insurance and AD&D 
  • Optional supplemental life insurance 
  • Company-match 401(k) 
  • Vacation time and paid holidays 
  • Vendor incentives 
  • Room for growth; we promote from within! 
  • Military encouraged to apply!

Carter Lumber

Carter Lumber is one of the nation's top building materials retailers with more than 180 locations in 15 states. More than just a lumberyard, the Carter Lumber family of companies is dedicated to providing builders and do-it-yourselfers with a broad range of quality building materials and exceptional customer service.
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