Sawyer

Wausau Window and Wall Systems

HOURS

Monday-Thursday, 5:30am-3:00pm, Friday, 5:30am-9:30am

Overtime is worked on Fridays, 9:30am-3:00pm and Saturdays, 5:30am-10:30am. Overtime is mandatory when scheduled.

POSITION SUMMARY

Set up and operate saws and cut materials in the production of frames, trim and window sections in a safe and efficient manner.

POSITION DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES include the following:

• Set up and operate all saws to cut miters, compound miters and square cuts in a safe, quality focused and efficient manner.
• Update or mark out master print on each job for all parts cut.
• Set up saws to be used for all die sizes and shapes including the use of fixtures and blocking. Basic blocking should be made and set up by operator.
• Compliance with quality system requirements including first piece inspection of all parts and every five pieces after that on a typical run. Make adjustments as required to assure that all parts are within quality specifications. Understand and utilize the use of protractors, squares, tape measures, etc.
• Familiarization with dies and visual inspection of material quality before and after cutting.
• Notify supervisor and lead of part shortages or related problems as required.
• Perform simple maintenance on production equipment as necessary. Notify supervisor and lead when machines are not working properly.
• Adhere to established safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe environment for all associates.
• Adhere to established policies and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Support Six Sigma/Lean and the continuous improvement process.
• Proficient use of computer systems and intranet functions.
• Undertake job responsibilities in a manner of consistent with the company's Core Values.
• May be required to perform other company duties as needed and assist in other departments as requested.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned and required.

EDUCATION and EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS

High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred; related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

SKILL and KNOWLEDGE REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to read and understand prints, die drawings and other supporting documentation.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions and decimals.
• Communicate effectively in a verbal and a written manner.
• Knowledge of window and curtainwall product and processes.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Work quickly and accurately.
• Computer software proficiency (preferred but not required) in the following:
  • CTO-Pro View
  • Intranet
  • ERP software (Epicor/MES)

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position has no supervisory responsibility.

WORK ENVIRONMENT/TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS

The associate is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts. The associate is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock, cuts, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Regularly required to stand, reach, bend, talk, hear and move about the facility. The employee is frequently required to walk. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

Distances and Heights:

Work station is ~30 feet x 20 feet. Receiving is ~40 feet from work station. May need to walk around more depending on task. Push loaded cart up to 30 feet, forward reach to grab material can be up to 29", materials can be 100-200" long when cut, shelves can be as low as 24" and high as 68"

Tools and Equipment Used

PPE (Safety glasses, Protective gloves, Safety Shoes, Single Use Ear Plugs), anti-fatigue mats, waste material storage rack, pallets, bar grabber, height adjustable material holder, saw (height non-adjustable), movable rolling conveyor, saw, saw blades, materials rack ("tree"), broom, dumpster, garbage bin, scrap bin

Wausau Window and Wall Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Company. Women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Apogee and our brands are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.