Sawyer (Forestry, Logging & Mill Operations)

  Baillie Lumber Co. (http://www.baillie.com/)

  Davenport, New York, United States

Baillie Lumber Co. is one of North America’s largest hardwood lumber manufacturers, distributors, and exporters. We are a provider of hardwood logs, hardwood lumber and proprietary grade hardwood lumber products.  Founded in 1923, we have grown from a regional supplier of American hardwoods to an international hardwood supplier that can ship hardwood lumber to any region of the world. We are currently seeking a sawyer for our sawmill facility located in Davenport, NY.

General Job Description

To manufacture green hardwood lumber from logs using state of the art carriages and scanning equipment.   Determine optimum opening face to maximize value and fulfill cutting order and production requirements.  Ensure the quality of the lumber is held to our company standards. 

Specific Responsibilities, (Including but not limited to)

• • To determine and execute the optimum cutting pattern for breaking down logs.
  • To perform minor maintenance (change saws, lubricate equipment, broken chain, broken hoses, crossed up lumber, or jam ups).
  • Communicate with lumber pullers and machine operators to ensure a consistent flow of lumber.
  • To operate the resaw and edger for a certain length of time (sawyers rotate times operating these machines). 
  • To perform other duties as assigned. 

Essential Experience

• • Working knowledge of NHLA lumber grades.
  • Two years of hardwood grade sawing experience.
  • Experience and ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
  • Must be able to work well with all levels of personnel whether individually or in a team environment, and especially must be able to interface and communicate with line operators in order to assist with repairs, troubleshooting and flow.

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