Wood Moulder/ Millwork/ Knife Grinder Operator - TNT Door & Drawer

Job Description

Title: Moulder Operator/Grinder

Reports to: Rough Mill Supervisor

Job purpose:

At TNT Doors, we have combined people, products and technologies to offer the most innovative wood products solutions available in the market today. This position will report to the Rough Mill Supervisor.

Minimum requirements:

Minimum three years of experience on wood moulding machines is required. We hire candidates with excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Competencies include: Leadership, Problem Solving/Analysis, Results Driven, Communication Proficiency, Time Management and Technical Capacity.

The moulder operator position is responsible for set-up and production of millwork. This line of business is crucial to the company and a major output of Precision Wood Products. Experience on this machine and in the wood industry is an essential qualification.

Tasks

• Set up, program, and operate computer assisted or manual moulder machines.
• Examine finished workpieces for quality: smoothness, depth-of-cut, or conformity to specifications. Verify dimensions, both visually and using calipers, templates, or samples.
• Start machines, adjust controls, and make trial cuts to ensure that machinery is set-up and operating properly.
• Monitor operation of machines during runs and make adjustments to correct problems and ensure conformance to specifications.
• Examine raw material for defects and to ensure conformity to size and other specification standards.

Tools & Technology

Tools used in this occupation:

• Moulding Machines — Conventional moulding machines
• Grinder—Manual knife grinder for HSS and carbide
• Ripsaw— Automated Gang Saw and Straight-line rip
• Calipers—Digital calipers
• Chop Saw— Upcut saw and 10-12” compound miter saw

Knowledge

• Mechanical— Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance.
• Material Identification/Grade Identification— Knowledge of both softwood and hardwood identification and grade.

Skills

• Operation Monitoring— Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly.
• Operation and Control— Controlling operations of equipment or systems using manual adjustments.
• Quality Control Analysis— Conducting inspections of products, services, or processes to evaluate quality or performance.
• Mechanical— Use and operation of basic hand and power tools.
• Monitoring— Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself, other individuals, or organizations to make improvements or take corrective action.
• Critical Thinking— Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Abilities

• Near Vision— The ability to see details at close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• Reaction Time— The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears.
• Control Precision— The ability to quickly and repeatedly adjust the controls of a machine or a vehicle to exact positions.
• Manual Dexterity— The ability to quickly move your hand, your hand together with your arm, or your two hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble objects.
• Oral Comprehension— The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Written Comprehension— The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented through written directions and product descriptions.
• Lifting — The ability to lift up to 65 lbs multiple times throughout a 9-1/2 hour shift.
• Prolonged Standing — The ability to stand for extended periods of time. Up to 5 hours at a time.

Work Activities

• Controlling Machines and Processes— Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes (not including computers or vehicles).
• Handling and Moving Objects— Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating things.
• Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material— Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects.
• Getting Information— Observing, receiving, and otherwise obtaining information from all relevant sources.
• Performing General Physical Activities— Performing physical activities that require considerable use of your arms and legs and moving your whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.

Work Context

• Sounds, Noise Levels Are Distracting or Uncomfortable

Education

These occupations require a high school diploma or equivalent. Some higher education preferred.

Related Experience

Some previous work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is usually needed.

Job Training

Employees in these occupations need anywhere from a few months to one year of working with experienced employees.

Required experience:

• Operating wood moulding machines and grinder: 3 years

Schedule: Monday through Friday – Day Shift; with the ability to work flexible hours or weekends if needed.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits: paid weekly, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid Holiday's and paid vacation.

Pay is based on experience