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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 - 8a.m. to 5p.m. and Friday 7a.m. to 3p.m.
• Weekly paid
• 20 days Annual Leave plus Statutory Bank Holidays
• Closed down for the Christmas period
• Overtime available when required
• Company provides PPE

No cold calling from agencies will be accepted for this role.

All applicants to submit an up-to-date CV via Indeed.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £10.42 per hour

Ability to commute/relocate:

• West Midlands., B70 9PQ: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

• Saw Operator: 2 years (required)

Work authorisation:

• United Kingdom (required)

Shift availability:

• Day shift (preferred)

Work Location: In person