Description:
The Weyerhaeuser Lumber Mill in Dodson, LA is looking for a skilled Saw filer. The primary function is to ensure the sawmill and planer mills always have a supply of sharp saws.
The pay range for this role is $28.98 (Level 1) to $41.66 (Lead) depending on experience and education.
Key Functions: The Saw Filer will be responsible for filing room activities consisting of, but not limited to:
- Ensuring the sawmill always has a supply of sharp saws
- Stellite, repair and weld in broken teeth
- Babbitt mill chipper knives
- Assisting in saw changes
- Inspect equipment for signs of wear, damage or unsafe conditions
- Identify quality and efficiency problems
- Housekeeping
- Maintenance of filing room equipment
- Sawmill machine alignment
- Other work processes as necessary
Qualifications:
- Experience leveling, tensioning, grinding, welding and fitting saws
- Stellite and/or Swedge experience with thin kerf-guided saw systems
- Experienced with sawmill mechanics, saw change-outs, Bandmill alignment such as crossline between guides and wheels
- Experience in grinding band mills
- Experience in developing PMs for equipment
- Experience with equipment inspection. Example: identifying signs of wear, damage or unsafe conditions
- Knowledgeable with making repairs as needed
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Willingness to work any shift and weekends
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
About Wood Products:
We've been delivering quality building products and solutions to our customers for more than 100 years. From builders and dealers to specifiers and homeowners, we offer exceptional product performance and unparalleled support.
For more than a century, we’ve been building our reputation as a leader in sustainable wood products.
About Weyerhaeuser
We sustainably manage forests and manufacture products that make the world a better place. We’re serious about safety, driven to achieve excellence, and proud of what we do. With multiple business lines in locations across North America, we offer a range of exciting career opportunities for smart, talented people who are passionate about making a difference.
We know you have a choice in your career. We want you to choose us.
Weyerhaeuser is an equal opportunity employer. Inclusion is one of our five core values, and we strive to maintain a culture where all our people feel a sense of belonging, opportunity and shared purpose. We are committed to recruiting a diverse workforce and supporting an equitable and inclusive environment that inspires people of all backgrounds to join, stay and thrive with our team.
