Job Description

Gifford's Recycling are currently looking for an experienced Saw Operator to join our wood reprocessing company based in West Bromwich.

The Saw Operator will be responsible for operating a variety of saws to cut wood. This position requires a person who is physically fit and has the ability to work independently. The ideal candidate should have a good aptitude and enjoy working with wood.

Job Requirements

Position the pallets to ensure safe system of work Capable of reading measurements Determining the appropriate cutting method, including manual sawing with a hand saw and other saws Count, sort, and stacks finished product and disposes of waste material in the correct way Clean and lubricate the saw to ensure efficient work operations Monitoring and maintaining machines in good working condition to ensure safety Exercising caution to avoid accidents while operating power equipment Following safety procedures to ensure that accidents do not occur

Experience

Experience within a production environment as a Saw Operator would be beneficial however other manufacturing backgrounds will be considered 2-3 years experience is desirable for this role Must have experience using Chop Saw, Trim Track Saw, Cross Cut Saw Able to comfortably use saws to cut pallets and adhere to all Health & Safety precautions Must have the ability to work in all weather conditions (hot and cold) Must be able to stand for long periods of time Degree of flexibility will be required for this role - overtime required throughout busy periods Good communication skills will be required for this role

What's on Offer

Hours of Work - Monday to Thursday - 7a.m until 4p.m. and 7a.m to 3p.m. on a Friday. Weekly paid 20 days Annual Leave plus Statutory Bank Holidays Pension Scheme Closed down for the Christmas period Overtime available when required Company provides PPE
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 12.21 per hour

Expected hours: 39 per week

Benefits:

Company pension Free parking On-site parking
Schedule:

Day shift Monday to Friday
Experience:

Warehouse: 2 years (required) Hand Tools : 2 years (required)
Language:

English (required)
Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person