Sawmill machine operator Needed in Canada By Swiftwood Forest Products 

Key Responsibilities:

1. Machine Operation:
   • Operate sawmill equipment such as saws, planers, edgers, and trimmers to process logs into lumber and timber products.
   • Monitor machine operations, adjust settings, and feed logs or lumber into machines according to production requirements.
2. Quality Control:
   • Inspect lumber and timber products for defects, size accuracy, and quality standards.
   • Make adjustments to machines or processes to optimize product quality and minimize waste.
3. Maintenance and Repair:
   • Perform routine maintenance tasks on sawmill machinery, including lubrication, cleaning, and minor repairs.
   • Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions and coordinate with maintenance technicians for repairs as needed.
4. Safety and Compliance:
   • Adhere to safety protocols and guidelines for operating machinery and handling timber products.
   • Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and company policies related to sawmill operations.
5. Production Planning and Coordination:
   • Collaborate with supervisors and team members to prioritize production schedules and meet daily output targets.
   • Coordinate with loggers or suppliers for the delivery of logs and timber materials to the sawmill.

Tasks

• Examine logs and rough lumber to decide best lumber cuts
• Operate automated lumbermill equipment from control rooms or consoles
• Saw, trim and plane rough lumber into dressed lumber of various sizes
• Saw or split shingles and shakes
• Start conveyor system to move logs and lumber to and from saws
• Monitor logs and lumber movement to ensure cuts are made according to specifications
• Set up and adjust saw equipment
• Replace blades or bands
• Clean and lubricate sawmill equipment

Additional information

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Repetitive tasks
• Manual dexterity
• Attention to detail
• Hand-eye co-ordination

Personal suitability

• Team player

Skills and Qualifications:

• Experience operating sawmill equipment and machinery, including saws, planers, and edgers.
• Knowledge of lumber grading, dimensions, and quality control processes.
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment issues.
• Attention to detail and ability to perform repetitive tasks accurately and efficiently.
• Physical stamina and strength to lift and move heavy logs and timber products.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous experience as a sawmill machine operator or in a related field is typically required.
• Training or certification in sawmill operations and safety practices may be advantageous.

Working Conditions:

• Work primarily in a sawmill environment, which can be noisy, dusty, and exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
• Regularly lift, move, and manipulate heavy logs and lumber products.
• Follow strict safety protocols and wear appropriate protective gear.