Finger Joint Operator

Vaagen Bros. Lumber Inc. & Vaagen Timbers LLC • Colville, WA • 4w ago

Vaagen Timbers, LLC. is a family-owned glue laminate facility located in Colville, WA. We pride ourselves in sustainably creating Cross Laminated & Glue Laminated Timber products. Our products are created with byproduct from the restoration of our forests to a sustainable state so that future generations can enjoy the unprecedented beauty and allure that is the Pacific Northwest. We heavily believe in continuous improvement and respect for people and are currently in a Lean transformation.

The primary role of the Finger Joint Operator is to set up, run, and monitor machines that cut interlocking fingers into short wood pieces with a continued focus on safety, and productivity. Through cross training, the Finger Joint Operator is expected to assist with positions across the facility.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Operates automated finger jointing machines that cut triangular profiles (fingers) into wood ends

Fills machines with glue and ensures it's applied correctly to the cut wood ends

Loads short lumber onto conveyors, feeds pieces into the machine, and stacks the finished, long beams

Checks for proper glue application, accurate finger cuts, and strong bonds, adjusting machine settings (pressure, speed, temperature) as needed

Monitors for malfunctions, removes jammed materials, and performs basic troubleshooting to keep the line running

Reads work orders and communicates with coworkers to meet product specifications

Recording data such as the quantity of timber processed, glue usage ratios, and any machine malfunctions or downtime

Operate rolling stock

Know, Understand, and Apply all aspects of the Quality Management System, and Standard Quality Control Procedures

Monitor the quality of product and notify the appropriate personnel if substandard conditions exist

Cross train on multiple machine centers, rolling stock, and departments

Operates equipment safely and efficiently

Performs mandatory pre-shift checklists and daily maintenance records

Assist with preventive/predictive maintenance activities and cleaning

Assist in training and mentoring of team members

Float between departments to assist in areas of greatest need

Know, Understand, and Apply the Lock-out Tag-out procedures

Entry level laborer duties, including but not limited to, stacking boards, general cleanup, removal of wood waste and debris, and tending machines

Maintain a clean and safe work area.

Ensure tools, supplies, and equipment are always in their "home locations"

Maintain lines of communication with other team members

Learning and applying lean business practices

Fill out a maintenance request and Idea Cards when needed

Other duties as assigned

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Ensure safe work practices & follow safety procedures

Dependable and reliable with a good attendance record

Ability to streamline processes and cut waste within area of responsibility

Lean techniques and experience preferred

Must be 18+ years old to work in an industrial sawmill environment

Must have HS Diploma/GED

Must be able to continuously stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, crawl, kneel, climb, and reach above shoulders safely. The weight required to be lifted each normal workday may occasionally exceed fifty (50) pounds at a time

Applicants will be subject to a criminal background check. However, having a criminal record will not automatically eliminate you from consideration for the job. Records will be considered based on the requirements of RCW 9.96A.020, RCW 43.43, WAC

Must be able to successfully pass a drug test and pre-employment physical exam

This is a safety s

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