Sawyer | Material Handler Frame

Arlington WA Yard - 20815 67th Ave NE (98223), 20815 67th Ave NE, Arlington, Washington, United States of America

Posted Monday, August 24, 2026 at 6:00 AM

Ignite your career at Builders First Source, America's largest supplier of building materials, value-added components and building services to the professional market. The #1 name in our industry, we help make the dream of home ownership more achievable every day. At BFS, you'll be equipped with all the tools, training, and resources you need, and you'll be empowered to try new things, gain new experiences, and build a career with unlimited horizons.

Location:
Arlington, WA Yard

We are seeking a dependable and safety-conscious Saw Operator to join our manufacturing team. In this role, you will operate a variety of saw equipment to accurately cut lumber products according to work orders and production specifications. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, works well in a fast-paced environment, and is committed to maintaining quality and safety standards throughout the production process.

• Review work orders and production specifications to determine required cuts and measurements.
• Set up and adjust saw equipment, including pop-up saws, miter saws, web saws, and other cutting machinery.
• Adjust saw speeds and feed roll settings to ensure efficient and accurate operation.
• Monitor the automatic feeding of lumber into saws and manually position materials as needed.
• Inspect cut materials to ensure quality and compliance with specifications.
• Stack, organize, and prepare finished lumber for the next stage of production.
• Report dull, damaged, or malfunctioning saw blades and equipment to supervisors.
• Follow all company safety procedures and maintain a clean work area.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred; however, candidates with less formal education and relevant experience are encouraged to apply.
• Up to one month of related manufacturing, lumber, warehouse, or production experience preferred.
• Ability to read and follow work orders, instructions, and safety guidelines.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

• Regularly required to stand for extended periods and use hands to handle, grasp, and manipulate materials.
• Frequently required to reach with hands and arms.
• Occasionally required to walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, and communicate effectively with others.
• Regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
• Frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
  
  Must possess the ability to maintain close visual attention, depth perception, and focus adjustment.
• Work is performed in a manufacturing and production setting.
• Regular exposure to moving mechanical equipment and machinery.
• May be exposed to dust, fumes, airborne particles, and varying outdoor weather conditions.
• Noise levels are frequently high; appropriate hearing protection may be required.
  
  Commitment to safe work practices and adherence to all safety policies is essential.

We offer a stable work environment, opportunities for growth, and the chance to be part of a team that plays a critical role in delivering quality building materials to our customers. If you are dependable, safety-focused, and ready to build a rewarding career in manufacturing, we encourage you to apply.

At BFS, we want you and your career to be greater than what you ever could have expected. Our supportive, people
-first culture will build you up and empower you to do more, be more, and become better every day. Join us and see what's possible when you can rise to new challenges, learn new skills, and add to your career tool belt every day.

In addition to the base wage listed, team members are also eligible to earn an additional incentive subject to changes in plan design and documents and in accordance with applicable law. Eligibility and the amount of the incentive varies based on the terms and conditions of the locations' active incentive plan for the respective year. To help keep BFS employees safe, we actively enforce our drug free workplace expectations.

This role is a safety sensitive position for which impairment while working presents a substantial risk of death, which means candidates must complete our pre-employment drug testing process, which includes marijuana.

At Builders First Source, we offer competitive, affordable benefits designed to make life better for you and the people you love. Our goal is simple - provide great plans that help you and your family to live happier, healthier and more secure lives. This role is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and disability insurance plans, 401(k) retirement savings plan, PTO (including paid sick time), and 8 paid holidays per year (for salaried and hourly team members).

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