Job description

Job description

Packnet Limited, a proud partner of Universal Forest Products (UFP) Inc., is looking for a reliable, highly motivated, safety conscious, experienced Maintenance Mechanic to join our team here in Burnsville, Minnesota! Packnet Limited has been a part of the Twin Cities area for over 30 years creating customized wood packaging and crating solutions for high profile companies locally and abroad.

As a member of our team, you would be eligible for the following:

• Competitive pay rates
• A comprehensible benefits plan including Health, Vision, Dental, 401k and UFP stock options
• Paid time off after accruing hours
• Access to tuition assistance and UFP Business School that can be attended during work hours
• Promotion opportunities with a “Promote from within” mentality
• *Performance based raises
• Internal access to all UFP positions (promotion or lateral move) available nationwide
• Overtime available
• Hours are: 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM, Monday to Friday
• Starting pay dependent on experience

Job description is as follows:

General Summary

Saw Operator I is responsible for the set up and operation of a single-blade saw. Works under immediate supervision; relies on specific instructions and guidelines to complete the job.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

· Reads production scheduling sheets and identifies required material for the operation.

· Ensures material meets quality specifications (grade, size, moisture content, etc).

· Performs setups according to specifications.

· Feeds material according to specifications.

· Periodically checks equipment to ensure specifications are being met.

· Offloads and stacks material in accordance with established procedures, and if required, may cover, label and band components/finished product.

· Ensures work area is safe, clean and organized, and that equipment is safe to operate.

· Completes pre-shift/startup equipment inspection checklist and reports any problems or concerns.

· Maintains a clean and orderly work environment.

· Maintains production records as required.

· Checks materials and finished products to ensure compliance with standards.

· Performs duties consistent with established safety and quality procedures, rules, and standards.

· Performs LOTO as required.

· Performs preventive maintenance as specified.

· Participates in safety, CI and other programs and meetings.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Specifications

Knowledge

· High school diploma/GED.

· Minimum 3 months experience using saws or similar equipment; some experience in manufacturing and assembling is preferred.

· Working knowledge of basic math.

· Must be at least 18 years of age.

Skills and abilities

· Ability to work in a safe manner

· Ability to recognize size/grade/quality of material

· Demonstrates ability to follow specific instructions and directions

· Demonstrate ability to use and operate dangerous/heavy equipment

· Demonstrate ability to stack material properly

· Ability to pay attention to surroundings

· Ability to identify safety issues in their work area, and notice equipment malfunctions

· Ability to understand basic verbal and written instructions in English.

· Ability to complete production reporting

· Ability to read a tape measure

· Ability to learn/understand cuts and yields

· Ability to troubleshoot and perform minor maintenance to the equipment

· Demonstrate eye-hand coordination

· Ability to work under immediate supervision

· Ability to pass a drug test

· Ability to work hours mandated by management

Conduct

· Safety conscious

· Team player and goal oriented

· Open to change and positive attitude

· Committed to plant and company goals

· Participates in Safety and CI programs

· Punctual and reliable

· Looks for ways to improve productivity and department results

Working Conditions

Position includes lifting (up to 25 lbs), pushing/pulling, twisting, standing, walking, bending at the waist, handling of material. All protective equipment (eye protection, ear protection, gloves) provided by Packnet Ltd.

“UFP Industries and its subsidiaries and affiliates are equal opportunity employers. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin."

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health savings account
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Signing bonus

COVID-19 considerations:
With the latest update from the CDC, if you are fully vaccinated, masks are optional. Social distancing still in effect.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Burnsville, MN 55306: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

• Saw Operator: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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