3RD SHIFT RIP SAW OPERATOR

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