Lead Saw Filer - Days - Roseburg, OR

Job description

Since our founding in 1951, Swanson Group has proudly remained a multigenerational, family-owned company. We are committed to fostering a welcome and supportive workplace where every team member is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. At Swanson Group, you’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, working alongside dedicated employees who share a passion for excellence. We believe in building a culture that encourages growth, collaboration, and long-term success. Explore our current job openings and discover how you can become a valued member of the Swanson Group family today! Position Title: Lead Saw Filer 2 Reports To: Maintenance Supervisor Department: Maintenance Hours per shift: Employee works 12-hour shifts (Schedule may fluctuate depending on mill needs and machine center down time) Wage: $42.16 Position Purpose: Responsible for supporting Plant Manager in providing leadership and direction of the saw filers in their daily job routines by issuing work orders and through direct communications. Lead Saw filer communicates with and keeps Plant Manager informed of all problems and progress. Lead Saw filer will be responsible for supporting and promoting company policies and procedures while encouraging the same positive behavior in each member of the saw filing team. Safety is a priority. Following lockout procedures is always mandatory. Use of personal protective equipment should include eye protection, gloves, hearing protection, and sturdy boots. Always practice safe lifting. Keep all guards, shields, and covers in place to protect yourself. Safety is a habit you should practice and encourage your co-workers to do the same. Position Functions: Head Saw Filer: Essential Functions* These duties are designated as ADA Essential Functions and must be performed in this job. Maintain a high level of communication with supervisors, machine operators, and maintenance regarding quality issues. Troubleshoots saw damage, monitors saw changes. Research filing technology. Supervises other filers. Train other filers in all aspects of Sawfiling and Safety. Inspect, level, tension, and sharpen bandsaws and circle saws. Side grind bandsaws and circle saws. Assist in tipping bandsaws and circle saws. Help with repair of damaged saw teeth by welding or replacing the teeth (oxy/acetylene and TIG welding). Assist in the process of knife grinding. Assist with saw changes at edgers and band mills. Report incorrect saw change procedures and mishandling of saws or guides to supervisors. Help with cleaning, pouring, and shaving of saw guides. Understand filing room machine operation, calibration, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair. Have a good working knowledge of how to line up, operate, and repair all edgers and bandmills. Help maintain all lubricants at these workstations. Have a strong working relationship with the maintenance department. Attend and participate in daily/weekly management and maintenance meetings. Other duties as assigned. Must maintain inventory levels of spare parts to ensure we have the needed parts on hand to make repairs. Must work with vendors on parts needed. Must enter Plan Orders into M3 for needed items for purchase. Non-Essential Functions These duties are secondary in nature and are not classified as ADA essential. Perform other duties and functions as assigned by supervisor for production and cleaning purpose. Sweep filing room as needed. Assist with cleaning of filing room machinery Working Environment: (1) Inside 90%, average temperature 80 degrees, extreme low temperature 10 degrees F, extreme high temperature 120 degrees F. (2) Outside 10%. Noise or vibration: Machine noise to include machine being operated as well as other machines close by including Forklifts. Hazards: See Job Hazard Analysis. (3) Atmospheric conditions: Dust: Limited, Mist: Water, Odors: Dry wood, Gasses: None, Poor Ventilation: None. The worker in this position will be standing on a slightly elevated wooden platform with rubber mats. The worker will move back and forth on this platform in front of an elevated dry conveyor measuring 3 ½ to 4’ above the ground. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Personal Protective Equipment Required: 1. Eye Protection 2. Hearing Protection 3. Approved Footwear 4. Gloves (as required) 5. Welding Equipment 6. Welding Face shield 7. Welding Gloves 8. Respirator/Dust mask 9. Arm Guards 10. Fall Protection (as required) Physical Demands: See the attached Job/Task Evaluation and Physical Capabilities portion; this position requires constant use of hearing and vision, frequent bending, twisting, pushing/pulling and reaching, and occasional lifting/carrying/pushing/pulling more than 50 lbs. Skills: Must be a high school graduate and have a minimum of 2 years’ experience. Organizing and coordinating schedules; analyzing and interpreting data; problem solving, completing written work orders. Must be able to concentrate in a noisy environment, deal with frequent interruptions, juggle multiple projects, meet deadlines, exercise independent judgment or perform other mental tasks. Interacts effectively with others to convey thoughts, ideas, and information; utilizes the power of positive persuasion to gain the support of others. Use vision/hearing continuously, reading and speech required to communicate comprehension of Job Hazard Analysis, Machine Specific Lockout Procedures, monthly safety training topics, and Job Certification if applicable. Worker generally works alone, with little supervision. Must be self-directed in identifying and efficiently completing each next task. Additionally: * Proficient in Round saw (fitting/benching) * Proficient in Band saw (fitting/benching) * Guides – proficient in milling and setting up saw guides. * Assist with saw changes, both band and circular. * Maintain and complete routine repairs to the filing room grinding equipment. * Assist with machine center alignment and maintenance. * Quality Control – measuring lumber and making machine adjustments. * Basic Computer Skills * Demonstrated thoroughness and attention to detail with a strong sense of urgency. * Must possess good communication skills and work well in a team setting. * Assist production personnel with any material flow related to production equipment. * Be able to learn and operate equipment within Sawmill * Keep up with production flow when on general labor. * Identify wood species. Safety: (1) Do only maintenance you are trained to do and keep all body parts out of machinery. (2) Always use our 14-step lockout/tagout procedure before doing any maintenance, clearing jams, or getting into machinery for any reason; be aware of stored energy. (3) Always use proper body mechanics (ex: don’t overreach, get help as needed to push loads out). (4) Use proper PPE (gloves, eye protection, hearing protection). (5) Be aware of and always communicate with your co-worker (ex: forklift driver). (6) Will be required to read and write during safety training. ENDURANCE Never/Not Required Seldom 1-5% Occasionally 6-33% Frequently 34-66% Continuous 67-100% Total hours at one time Total hours in a workday SITTING X 12 STANDING X 2 12 WALKING X 2 12 CHANGE POSITIONS X PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: (Enter actual maximum weight in pounds in the box) LIFTING Never/Not Required Seldom 1-5% Occasionally 6-33% Frequently 34-66% Continuous 67-100% 1-10 LBS 10 LBS 11-20 LBS 20 LBS 21-50 LBS 50 LBS 51-75 LBS 75 LBS 76-100 LBS 100 LBS >100 LBS >100 LBS Maximum weight lifted by worker without assistance: 50 LBS If required, lifting over 50 LBS is performed with two or more people and/or lifting devices. CARRYING Never/Not Required Seldom 1-5% Occasionally 6-33% Frequently 34-66% Continuous 67-100% 1-10 LBS 10 LBS 11-20 LBS 20 LBS 21-50 LBS 50 LBS 51-75 LBS 75 LBS 76-100 LBS 100 LBS >100 LBS 100 LBS Maximum weight carried by worker without assistance: 10-50 LBS If required, carrying over 50 LBS is performed with two or more people and/or lifting devices. PUSHING/PULLING FORCE TO BE EXCERTED Never/Not Required Seldom 1-5% Occasionally 6-33% Frequently 34-66% Continuous 67-100% 1-10 LBS 10 LBS 11-20 LBS 20 LBS 21-50 LBS 50 LBS 51-75 LBS 75 LBS 76-100 LBS 100 LBS >100 LBS >100 LBS Maximum weight of object pushed/pulled by worker: 75 Lbs. Distance: 4’ Type of surface (i.e. level, carpet, incline): Level / Incline OTHER Never/Not Required Seldom 1-5% Occasionally 6-33% Frequently 34-66% Continuous 67-100% BEND/STOOP X TWIST X CROUCH/SQUAT X KNEEL X CRAWL X WALK-LEVEL SURFACE X WALK-UNEVEN SURFACE X CLIMB STEPS X CLIMB LADDER X WORK AT HEIGHTS X REACH AT OR ABOVE SHOULDER X REACH BELOW SHOULDER X USE OF ARMS X USE OF WRISTS X USE OF HANDS X GRASPING/SQUEEZING X OPERATE FOOT CONTROLS X ENVIRONMENT INSIDE: 90% OUTSIDE: 10% TEMPERATURE EXTREMES: YES VIBRATION: NO WORKS ON OR AROUND MOVING MACHINARY OR MECHANICAL PARTS: YES PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT BOOTS YES HARDHAT NO GLOVES YES EYE PROTECTION YES HEARING PROTECTION YES OTHER? Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, age, or any other status protected by law.