Job Description

Company Overview:

Mead Lumber Company is a leading provider of products for professional contractors, builders, and remodelers. With 50+ operating locations across nine Midwestern states, we are proud to be 100% employee-owned and ranked as the 12th largest building material supplier to professional builders in the U.S. At Mead Lumber, we strive to create a team that works and succeeds together every day in an authentic, team-oriented setting.

Why Join Us?

Employee Ownership:

As a 100% employee-owned company, you will have a stake in our shared success.

Work-Life Balance

Enjoy flexible scheduling options that support your lifestyle.

Career Growth:

We are committed to your professional development, providing ongoing learning and advancement opportunities.

Job Summary:

The Sawyer is primarily responsible for completing safe and efficient saw duties to complete customer orders, as instructed.

Key Responsibilities:

Sort saw jobs according to production needs. Complete saw jobs as instructed. Ensure production stations are level loaded by monitoring the output of each assembly line. Maintain a safe environment by following all listed precautions.

Desired Skills, Knowledge, and Qualifications:

High School diploma or GED required. Must be able to read a tape measure. No saw or manufacturing experience required but would be a plus. Possess or be willing to obtain a forklift certification. Ability to analyze technical problems, determine root causes and recommend solutions.to management. Strong verbal communication skills. Ability to recommend changes to improve workflows, productivity. Ability to assess situations to determine the importance, urgency, and risks, making clear decisions in the best interests of the organization. Ability to operate a variety of machinery including but not limited to: Monet Desaw, Monet Desawyer ESC, Mitek Blade, Dewalt Chopsaw, other power tools, and hand tools, in a safe and efficient manner. Knowledge in electrical and mechanical skills. Basic computer skills. Ability to troubleshoot, repair, or maintain some saw functions.

Once eligible, you will participate in our ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan), a unique benefit that can provide a financial source for your future/retirement that very few companies offer. We also offer our employees competitive pay as well as the benefits listed below:

Additional Benefits Include:

Medical, Dental, and Vision Plans 100% Employer Paid Group Term Life, AD&D, and STD Additional Voluntary Life, AD&D, and LTD Paid Time Off & Holiday Pay Flexible Spending Accounts 401(k) Plan Scholarship & Tuition Assistance Programs Employee Assistance Program

Equal Employment Opportunity:

Mead Lumber Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, sex, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, age, pregnancy, marital status, veteran's status, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, or any other protected basis prohibited by law.


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