Sawyer Lead - Spokane, United States - Parr Company

Description

PARR knows that without great people, we can't be a great company. That's why we offer industry-leading benefits:

• Everyone starts earning 2 weeks of vacation per year on day 1, and gains an additional day every year worked up to 4 weeks off
• Employee paid sick days
• 7 holidays
• 2 medical plan options, one with no paycheck deduction (HSA) and our standard plan with only a $1,250 deductible
• Dental, Vision, EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Massage, Chiropractic and Acupuncture coverage
• FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and Childcare pretax spending programs
• HSA (Health Savings Account) - Parr will match up to $600/year
• Up to 50% match on the first 6% you contribute to your 401(k) after 1 year of employment and fully vested at the end of your 3rd year
• In addition to the 401(k) match, there a 3% profit share contribution to the 401(k), with Board approval
• Tuition reimbursement (up to $2,500/year)
• Annual profit sharing (every full time employee who worked the full year earned a minimum of $2,700 for the 2020 year)

Parr Promotes

We have a transparent pay structure, and love to promote from within. Our current CEO started with the company as a driver and by being open to change and a self-starter he climbed the ranks to the role he has today. There are many members of our management team who started their careers in our entry-level positions. If you're willing to work hard, there's no reason you won't earn regular merit increases and promotions. There is a LOT of opportunity - Parr is growing fast

We value our employees like family and are constantly working to provide a safe place to work for our employees. Most of our locations are not open past 5 and all our locations are closed on Sundays.

Our company mission is Legendary Service through Teamwork, and we take that seriously. When you join our team, you're joining a family owned company that's been in business for 90 years, with a well-established reputation as a leader within the building material supply industry in the United States.

Job Purpose

This full time position is essential to making sure our yard level manufacturing processes happen with quality, efficiency and service.

The Sawyer Lead reports directly to the Yard Manager and works closely with all yard employees in our Spokane, Washington lumberyard.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Load the saw with lumber both by hand and with a forklift
• Cut lumber to specific dimensions
• Maintain equipment (remove and install blades as needed)
• Safely operate all equipment always pay proper attention and behave in the safest possible manner
• Maintain yard and area cleanliness during course of work
• Perform daily safety audit of saws and other equipment and promptly report any malfunctioning equipment
• Utilize proper shutdown and maintenance procedures
• Utilize all proper Personal Protective Equipment at all times (shoes, gloves, glasses, hearing protection, no loose clothes/hair/jewelry, etc.)
• Work with Sales Team to ensure quality control and timeliness
• Understand weight, height and length limits for company's fleet of trucks in order that everything can be safely and lawfully loaded
• Assist Inventory Specialist in maintaining an appropriate level of inventory
• As time allows assist Lumber Yard Associates in filling orders of "walk-in customers" and maintaining yard cleanliness
• Ensure that appropriate paperwork is completed as per company policy, with a high degree of accuracy

Qualifications

Qualifications Include:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• OSHA Certified Forklift License preferred
• Knowledge of receiving/inventory control principles, practices and protocols.
• Knowledge of dimension lumber, panel products and other building materials.
• Ability to read and interpret "picking tickets" and invoices.
• Ability to concentrate and attend to detail amidst a busy work environment.

Interpersonal Skills:

• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.
• Ability to work cordially, professionally, diplomatically and with a high level of customer service in a dynamic environment
• Demonstrate sound judgment in dealing with sensitive business matters with internal and external customers of all types. Must maintain confidentiality and accuracy of all information related to company finances and records, particularly, cost of goods purchased and sold
• Ability and willingness to identify processes, tools and/or procedures that may be improved upon in an effort to improve the workplace and outcomes for our customers
• Ability to communicate with all levels of management and employees at various levels throughout the organization
• Strong focus, planning, organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage changing priorities, handle multiple projects, and do what is necessary to meet deadlines, while maintaining a high degree of attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to function independently, as part of a team, and as a leader within your own cohort with a positive attitude, strong work ethic and commitment to excellence
• Ability to think and respond quickly, positively and professionally to constantly changing circumstances
• Adhere to company procedures, policies and protocols as set forth in the Employee Handbook

Working Conditions

This position works outside in the lumberyard in all weather conditions. The working days are rotating Mon-Sat.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to pass pre-placement physical and physical capacities examination
• Must be able to lift up to 90 lbs.
• Must be able to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to stoop, bend, walk and effectively communicate
• Able to drive company vehicle when needed