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Saw Filer
Job in
Perry, Houston County, Georgia, 31069, USA
Listed on 2026-06-10
Listing for:
Interfor
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-10
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Machine Operator, Manufacturing Production, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic, Welder / MIG/MAG/TIG
Job Description & How to Apply Below
* Interfor is seeking a skilled, safety-minded, and motivated
** Saw Filer
** to join our team in
** Perry** ,
** GA** . The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining the performance and precision of saws and related equipment to ensure safe, efficient mill operations. The starting pay rate for this position is $25.83 per hour, progressing up to $35.27 per hour based on skill level and experience.
** What You'll Do*
* + Level and tension saws.
+ Sharpen saws.
+ Band wheel grinding.
+ Operate a variety of sharpening machines and hand tools.
+ Check for wear and tear.
+ Repair saw blades for sawmill and planer mill according to customer's or manufacturer's specifications, using hand tools, machine tools, and welding equipment.
+ Examine saws for defects.
+ Cut broken teeth from saw.
+ Braze or weld cracks in saw blades.
+ Form teeth on saw blade by beveling joints on grinder and welding or brazing them together.
+ Straighten twists and kinks in blades using straightening press and hammer out dents in blade on metal table.
+ Adjust cutting width of teeth using swage or special pliers.
+ Compute number and angle of teeth to produce specified cut.
+ Clamp blade in saw-filing machine and turn hand wheel to adjust distance between teeth, angle of bevel, and depth of cut of file or abrasive wheel.
+ Start machine that automatically grinds and files saw teeth.
+ Perform preventive maintenance on machinery.
+ Change saws and guides on sharp chain and gang.
+ Make and grind guides for gang.
+ Shave guides for sharp chain.
+ Grind knives for all machines that require knives.
+ Adhere to all safety regulations especially applicable to lockout / tag-out.
+ Perform any other work0related task deemed necessary by the supervisor.
** What You Offer*
* + High School Diploma/Equivalent Preferred.
+ Prior manufacturing/warehouse/lumber operations experience preferred.
+ Ability to work in varying seasonal climate conditions.
+ Demonstrated commitment to safety.
+
Physical Requirements:
Walking, standing, climbing, bending and lifting up to 50 lbs.
** What We Offer*
* + Group Benefit Programs (Employee Medical, Dental, Vision Plans)
+ Short Term Disability Insurance
+ Life and AD&D Insurance
+ Additional (Employee Paid) Life Insurance
+ HSA Medical Plan
+ 401(k) Matching Plan
+ Paid Time Off (PTO) & Paid Holidays
+ Employee Assistance Program
+ Training & Development Opportunities
+ Instant access to your wages ahead of payday
** Who We Are*
* Interfor is one of the largest forest products companies in the world and we're growing in exciting directions.
** Start Here Go Far .*
* _We appreciate the interest of all applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. All applicants offered a position must successfully complete a pre-employment drug test and background check. Interfor is an Equal Opportunity Employer building a capable, committed, diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual identity, gender, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability._
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