Saw Guide/ Knife Tech (DeRidder, LA, US)

Canfor
United States
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: Design (Product/UX/UI/Visual)Skills: ["Attention to detail","Precision","Troubleshooting","Communication","Teamwork","Safety"]

Maintain, repair, and change knives used in sawmill machinery to keep equipment operating at peak performance. Operate knife sharpening and alignment equipment, inspect knives for defects, troubleshoot knife and related equipment issues, and manage knife inventory and maintenance records. Work night shifts Monday–Friday (with possible weekends), follow safety protocols, and support smooth production with general mill cleanup.

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Saw Guide/ Knife Tech (DeRidder, LA, US)

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Job Summary

Maintain, repair, and change knives used in sawmill machinery to keep equipment operating at peak performance. Operate knife sharpening and alignment equipment, inspect knives for defects, troubleshoot knife and related equipment issues, and manage knife inventory and maintenance records. Work night shifts Monday–Friday (with possible weekends), follow safety protocols, and support smooth production with general mill cleanup.
Location: United States
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: Design (Product/UX/UI/Visual)

Key Responsibilities

  • •Maintain, repair, and change knives used in sawmill machinery to ensure optimal performance.
  • •Operate and maintain equipment used for knife sharpening and alignment.
  • •Inspect knives for defects and ensure they meet quality standards.
  • •Follow all safety protocols to maintain a safe working environment.
  • •Maintain knife inventory and accurate records of maintenance and repairs; perform general cleanup throughout the mill and assist with other tasks requested by supervision.

Key Requirements

  • •Prior experience as a Knife Technician or in a similar role, preferably in a sawmill setting.
  • •Proficiency operating general hand tools.
  • •Exceptional attention to detail and precision when maintaining and changing knives.
  • •Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including lifting heavy objects and handling sharp tools safely.
  • •Strong troubleshooting skills and good communication to work effectively as part of a team.
Experience:Sawmill
Skills:Attention to detailPrecisionTroubleshootingCommunicationTeamworkSafety
Tech Stack:Hand tools

Company Brief

Canfor
Produces forest products including lumber, pulp, and paper-grade wood chips. Canfor operates sawmills and related manufacturing facilities, supplying building materials and wood fiber products to customers across North America and international markets.
Industry: Forestry
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Revenue: USD 1B+
Growth: Public Company
Valuation: Public Company (Market Cap in USD)
Funding: IPO / Publicly Listed
Headquarters: Vancouver, Canada
Founded: 1938
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