Resaw Operator

Scotia

Wednesday, 27 May 2026

Duties and Responsibilities. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Operate the resaw to cut boards that do not meet specifications into boards of lesser thickness or width according to work orders in a safe and productive manner. Observe lumber on conveyors as it approaches the saw to determine the appropriate cut to be made. Select the correct saw settings for thickness, width, and infeed roll speed. Monitor the automatic feeding of lumber into the saw and manually guide the end of the lumber into feed rolls when necessary. Change saw blades and guides daily to maintain safe and efficient operation. Perform other duties and tasks as assigned. Qualifications High school diploma or General Education Degree (GED) preferred. 30-60 days of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Ability to read and understand documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Physical Demands:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to support individuals with disabilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for prolonged periods while observing automatic feeding machines. The employee regularly walks, use hands, fingers, and wrists to handle materials; and reach with hands and arms while operating machinery or equipment. The employee may occasionally stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to retrieve fallen materials when necessary. The employee regularly lifts and/or moves up to 25 pounds, frequently lifts and/or moves up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lifts and/or moves up to 100 pounds, including lumber, logs, and bolsters, with or without assistance. Specific vision abilities required for this position include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Work Environment:The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and vibration from machinery such as saws, conveyors, and hydraulic systems. The employee is frequently exposed to airborne particles, including sawdust, lubricants, fumes, and the risk of electrical shock. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet or humid conditions, as well as high, precarious places including catwalks, scaffolding, and elevated work areas. The employee is also exposed to a variety of weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and snow, when working in or around outdoor areas of the facility. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud, requiring the consistent use of hearing protection in designated areas. The employee is required to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as mandated by company policy and OSHA Standards, which may include safety glassess or face shields, hearing protection, safety gloves, steel-toe safety footwear, hard hats and respiratory protection if necessary. We are an

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