Job Description:

• 1) Tends circular saw that saws kiln-dried lumber, rough lumber, or woodstock to standard lengths in sawmills, furniture plants, or woodworking establishments: Examines boards of rough lumber or finished woodstock for defects, such as excessive warping, knots, and cracks, to determine where to cut boards to minimize waste.

• 2) Pushes boards against stop guides on saw table, and depresses button or pedal to activate saw to cut boards to specified length.

• 3) Places cut boards on conveyor for further processing.

• 4) May tend equipment with multiple saws.