Wood Cutting & Assembly Operator - 2nd Shift

South6Group

  • New Bedford, MA
  • 19 days ago

    Highlights

    This position involves operating wood-cutting equipment, using hand tools, assembling wooden structures with metal connector plates, inspecting finished products, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment. The Wood Cutting & Assembly Operator is responsible for cutting, measuring, sorting, stacking, and assembling wooden components according to established production specifications and structural designs.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationNew Bedford, MA

    Description

    Position Summary

    We are seeking reliable, hardworking, and detail-oriented individuals to join our wood manufacturing and assembly team.

    The Wood Cutting & Assembly Operator is responsible for cutting, measuring, sorting, stacking, and assembling wooden components according to established production specifications and structural designs.

    This position involves operating wood-cutting equipment, using hand tools, assembling wooden structures with metal connector plates, inspecting finished products, and maintaining a safe and organized work environment.

    Ideal candidates should have basic math skills, the ability to accurately read a tape measure in inches, good attention to detail, and the physical ability to perform demanding manufacturing tasks.

    Available Shifts & Work Schedule

    Second Shift:

    • Workdays: Monday – Friday

    • Start Time: 4:00 PM

    • End Time: 1:00 AM (following day)

    • No scheduled overtime or Saturday work.

    Required Workwear & Tools:

    • Work boots.

    • Weather-appropriate clothing.

    • Tape measure.

    • Hammer.

    • Belt-mounted hammer holder.

    Key Responsibilities

    Wood Cutting & Preparation

    • Measure and cut wooden boards and components according to predetermined structural designs and production specifications.

    • Operate wood-cutting machinery safely and efficiently while following established operating procedures.

    • Use a tape measure to verify accurate dimensions and proper cuts.

    • Sort and stack cut wooden components according to size and intended use.

    • Identify defective, damaged, or incorrectly cut pieces and separate them from acceptable materials.

    • Maintain organized storage and staging areas for processed wooden components.

    Wood Assembly & Production

    • Select appropriate wooden components according to required measurements and structural designs.

    • Position and arrange wooden pieces on assembly tables according to production specifications.

    • Use metal connector plates to join wooden components and create assembled structures.

    • Use a hammer to manually position and secure metal connector plates before final pressing.

    • Operate or assist with roller-press machinery to ensure connector plates are securely embedded into assembled wooden structures.

    • Inspect assembled components to verify proper measurements, alignment, and assembly quality.

    • Follow production instructions to maintain consistent quality and efficiency.

    Material Handling & Labeling

    • Use authorized hydraulic material-handling equipment to move assembled structures to designated stacking and transportation areas.

    • Safely organize and stack finished products.

    • Use computer systems to generate production labels.

    • Label wooden components and assembled products according to size, specifications, and intended use.

    • Maintain accurate identification and organization of materials throughout the production process.

    General Production & Safety

    • Maintain clean, safe, and organized workstations.

    • Follow all established manufacturing procedures and workplace safety requirements.

    • Properly use required tools and personal protective equipment (PPE).

    • Report equipment malfunctions, defective materials, and unsafe conditions to supervisors.

    • Assist with general cleaning and maintenance of production areas.

    • Perform outdoor maintenance duties, including snow shoveling during winter months, as assigned.

    • Collaborate with team members to meet production goals.

    • Perform additional production-related duties as assigned.

    Qualifications & Requirements

    • Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure, including measurements in inches.

    • Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, and measurement calculations.

    • Ability to follow verbal and written work instructions.

    • Familiarity with basic hand tools, particularly hammers and measuring tapes.

    • Ability to work safely around manufacturing machinery and equipment.

    • Strong attention to detail and commitment to product quality.

    • Ability to perform repetitive tasks in a fast-paced production environment.

    • Good teamwork and communication skills.

    • Dependable attendance and punctuality.

    • Willingness to learn manufacturing procedures and equipment operation.

    • Ability to work the assigned first- or second-shift schedule.

    Physical Requirements

    • Ability to lift, carry, push, and move materials weighing up to 50 lbs.

    • Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.

    • Ability to bend, stoop, crouch, kneel, crawl, reach, carry, and climb as required by job duties.

    • Ability to perform repetitive physical movements throughout the workday.

    • Manual dexterity to operate hand tools and handle wooden components.

    • Ability to work in indoor and outdoor production environments.

    • Ability to work in varying weather conditions, including cold, heat, and moisture.

    • Ability to safely perform physically demanding production activities.

    Safety & Quality Expectations

    • Follow all workplace safety policies and equipment operating procedures.

    • Use required protective equipment and appropriate workwear.

    • Maintain accurate measurements and consistent assembly quality.

    • Follow established production specifications and structural designs.

    • Identify and report defective materials or unsafe conditions.

    • Keep production areas clean and organized.

    • Work efficiently to meet daily production requirements.

    Additional Information

    Required Items: Work boots, weather-appropriate clothing, tape measure, hammer, and belt-mounted hammer holder.

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