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Headrig Sawyer Operator (Lumber Industry) June 10, 2025

Located in Yuba City, CA

Pay: $21-$24/hour

Job Full Description

Express Employment Professionals is recruiting for a Headrig Sawyer Operator for a reputable lumber company in the Yuba/Sutter area.  The Headrig Sawyer's primary responsibility is to operate the saw that makes the initial cuts on logs at a sawmill, transforming them into cants or boards. They must operate machinery, coordinate log flow, perform quality checks, and maintain equipment, all while adhering to safety regulations.

Headrig Sawyer Operator job duties:

  • Saw Operation: Operates the headrig saw to cut logs into specified dimensions, focusing on both quality and efficiency.
  • Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Conducts regular maintenance and troubleshooting of the saw to minimize downtime.
  • Log Handling: Loads logs onto the carriage, operates the log turner, and coordinates the conveyor system.
  • Production Coordination: Collaborates with other production team members to coordinate log flow and meet daily production targets.
  • Quality Control: Performs quality checks on cut lumber to ensure it meets specified standards.
  • Safety: Maintains a clean and safe work environment and adheres to all safety regulations.
  • Equipment Adjustment: Adjusts saw settings to optimize cutting performance.

 

Compensation: $21-$24/hour DOE

 

 

 

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Yuba City, CA
3382
870 West Onstott Road
Suite E
Yuba City, CA 95991

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