UFP 99 Saw Operator

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Minneota, MN Until 8/22/2026 H-1B sponsor history First posted November 6, 2025 Last posted December 11, 2025
Job description

Job Summary

Saw Operator I is responsible for the setup and operation of a single-blade saw. Reads production scheduling sheets and identifies required material for the operation.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities

  • Ensures material meets quality specifications grade, size, moisture content, etc.
  • Performs setups according to specifications.
  • Feeds material according to specifications.
  • Periodically checks equipment to ensure specifications are being met.
  • Offloads and stacks material in accordance with established procedures, and if required, may cover, label and band components finished product.
  • Ensures work area is safe, clean and organized, and that equipment is safe to operate.
  • Completes pre-shift-startup equipment inspection checklist and reports any problems or concerns.
  • Maintains a clean and orderly work environment.
  • Maintains production records as required.
  • Checks materials and finished products to ensure compliance with standards.
  • Performs duties consistent with established safety and quality procedures, rules, and standards.
  • Performs LOTO as required.
  • Performs preventive maintenance as specified.
  • Participates in safety, CI, and other programs and meetings.
  • Performs other duties as assigned


Qualifications

  • High school diploma GED is preferred but not required.
  • Minimum 3 months of experience using saws or similar equipment some experience in manufacturing and assembling is preferred.
  • Working knowledge of basic math preferred.
  • Must be at least 18 years of age.

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Hourly/Salary Pay Range:  $14.50-$17.00 dependent on experience*

                *pay range may be adjusted depending on cost of living 

Bonus/Incentive Pay

For hourly positions with incentive pay:  Incentive pay may be available for certain job roles and may include piece rate incentives, weekly production bonuses, trip rates, and employee referral bonuses.  A discretionary annual bonus based on Company and business unit performance may also be provided.

Benefits currently offered to our employees:

  • Medical insurance
  • Health savings account with company contribution
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Basic and voluntary life insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid vacation and holidays
  • Stock purchase program with employee discount
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Wellness programs and challenges 

Other supplemental benefits


The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer.




About this role

Summary

Operate saws, set up equipment, ensure quality, maintain safety, and record production data.

Job title

UFP 99 Saw Operator

Experience level

3+ months

Industry

manufacturing

Location requirements

Minneota, MN; on-site work only

Salary

$14.50-$17.00

Visa sponsorship

H-1B sponsor history

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

saw operationbasic mathsafety proceduresequipment setup

Preferred skills

manufacturingassembly

Specializations

saw operationmaterial handlingquality inspection
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Minneota, MN, USA

On-site City