Saw Filer Trainee

**Saw Filer Trainee, Belk, AL** Interfor is seeking energetic and enthusiastic team players to join our team as a **Saw Filer Trainee** in **Belk** , **AL** . **What You'll Do** + Repairs saw blades (sawmill and planer mill) according to customer's or manufacturer's specifications, using hand tools, precision measurement tools, machine tools, and welding equipment: Examines saw for defects. + Straightens twists and kinks in blades, using straightening press, and hammers out dents in blade on metal table. + Sharpens all saws. + Have ability to calculate the number, gullet size and angle of teeth to produce specified cut. + Have knowledge of saw quality and specifics to each machine center. + Have knowledge to achieve the setpoints for each product and ability to correct when it's out of tolerance. + Perform preventive maintenance on machinery to keep equipment properly operational. + Change saws and guides on CNS, VSA, Edger. + Make and grind guides to correct spec for CNS, VSA, & Edger. + Grind knives for all machines to correct spec. + Manages all saw & knife changes for the sawmill. + Manages all saw, knife, guide, and consumable inventory for the department. + Adhere to all safety regulations especially applicable to lockout/tag-out. + Perform any other work-related task deemed necessary by the supervisor. + Walking, Stairs, Bending and Lifting (Up to 50 lbs). What You Offer + Knowledge of tools, materials, methods, and standard practices of the Saw Filer's trade. + The hazards and safety precautions of the saw filer's trade. + Ability to learn job-related material primarily through oral instructions and observation. This learning takes place mainly in an on-the-job training setting. + 3-5 years in lumber operations. + High School education or GED equivalent preferred **Who We Are** Interfor is a growth-oriented forest products company, operating in all major forest products markets across North America. We offer one of the most diverse lines of wood products to customers around the globe, produced in safety-focused, world-class facilities. We strengthen and contribute to the local economies, build value for our employees and customers, and operate with world-leading sustainable forest management practices. We are proud to produce sustainable building materials that contribute to a healthy and sustainable future. Check out ** to learn more about our approach to sustainability. **Interfor is one of the largest forest products companies in the world and we're growing in exciting directions. Come be a part of our success! #StartHereGoFar** We want you to grow your career with Interfor. With our industry leading training programs and track record of promoting from within, you'll have plenty of opportunities to 'Start Here. Go Far.' Check out our Employee Development Programs to learn more at ** _We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability._