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
$49K
Lower
$52K to $80K
Most common
$103K
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.
You usually need to do an apprenticeship to become a wood sawing machine operator.
You may need
- to do an apprenticeship and get a New Zealand Certificate in Solid Wood Manufacturing (Levels 2, 3 and 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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