JOB DESCRIPTION
TITLE: Rip Saw Operator
STATUS: Hourly
LOCATION: Toccoa
DEPARTMENT: Production
REPORTS TO: Mill Supervisor
PURPOSE:
To perform the production process in order to optimize the use of all resources in meeting and/or exceeding established plant goals and client/customer expectations.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Productively learn and operate machine, produce quality products and perform preventative maintenance on equipment.
- Apply basic mathematical concepts, define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions.
- Complete all quality checks assigned to the saw
- Communicate with other team members to ensure the correct material is pulled for the saw, and that the cut pieces are moved to the correct destination
- Follow all safety, quality, production, materials and plant policies and procedures
- Support the mission/vision of the company through daily tasks and behavior that aligns with company culture/CITE principles
- Complete all training required for operation of assigned area
- Available to work assigned schedule and shift hours as necessary to meet client/customer requirements
- Operate computer software necessary to assigned area
- Train new or back-up operators using certified peer trainer tools and techniques
- Responsible for daily 5S/clean-up expectations for assigned area
- Participate on Kaizen, TPM and cross functional team events as requested
- Perform other duties as directed by plant management
- Cross train in other machine centers as requested
- Be willing to participate in BBS activities and on BBS teams
- Self-starter able to work independently
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
This job has no supervisory responsibilities.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job the requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and ability required.
Education, Experience and Skills
- High School Diploma/GED preferred, in lieu of education, extensive knowledge of all processes associated within the scope of the respective team may be considered
- Manufacturing/work experience and willingness to learn to operate required positions in the team assigned
- Record of successful team support, meeting work performance expectations and commitment toward continuous improvement
- Experience performing duties in a team environment committed to positive performance and SQDC goal achievement
- Demonstrate behavior that supports the company’s core values and CITE principles
- Has excellent communication skills with knowledge of Word, Excel, and Microsoft Outlook preferred
Language Skills:
Must read, anal