Wood sawing machine operator, Kaiwhakamahi mīhini kani rākau
Also known as
- Sawmilling operator, timber machinist, timber operator, wood processing worker, beam saw operator, docking saw operator
- , Kaimahi Kani Rākau
Wood sawing machine operators set up and operate wood sawing machines, like band saws, rip saws and table or panel saws.
Your pay could be
$50K
Lower
$56K to $85K
Most common
$110K
Upper
How does this pay compare?
Pay is before tax
Wood sawing machine operators
- usually work shifts, including evenings and weekends
- usually work in sawmills and timber yards
- may work in noisy and dusty conditions
- may do physically demanding work
- need to be practical, accurate and safety conscious
Tasks
- measure dimensions of completed products or workpieces to verify conformance to specifications
- set equipment controls to meet cutting specifications
- mount attachments or tools onto production equipment
- set equipment guides, stops, spacers, or other fixtures
- inspect lumber or raw woodstock
- trim excess material from workpieces
- monitor equipment operation to ensure proper functioning
- clear equipment jams
- sharpen cutting or grinding tools
- replace worn equipment components
Practical
Organised
Investigative
Interests that fit this job
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Do the quizYou usually need to do an apprenticeship to become a wood sawing machine operator.
You may need
- to do an apprenticeship in wood-based manufacturing
- a New Zealand Certificate in Solid Wood Manufacturing (Level 2 or 3)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Solid Wood Manufacturing (Level 4)
- a New Zealand Certificate in Timber Machining (Level 4)
- a driver licence
- a driver licence with a special-type vehicle endorsement
If you’re in school
You usually need NCEA Level 2 to do the study or training for this job.
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