Wood Processing Industry

List of positions in the Wood Processing Industry category and their job descriptions

Cabinet Maker

• Performing work activities in the manufacture of furniture and wood products.
• Sorting, setting, checking and operating machinery and equipment.
• Assessing the quality of finished products.
• Managing and organising continuous production.

Design Engineer

• Designing and developing innovative wood products and structures.
• Collaborating with architects and project managers to ensure design feasibility and compliance with industry standards.
• Creating detailed technical drawings and specifications using CAD software.
• Conducting material selection and analysis to optimize product performance and sustainability.
• Performing structural calculations and simulations to ensure safety and durability.
• Overseeing the prototyping process and conducting tests to validate design concepts.
• Coordinating with manufacturing teams to ensure smooth transition from design to production.
• Staying updated on industry trends, materials, and technologies to enhance design capabilities.
• Participating in project meetings and providing technical support to stakeholders.
• Ensuring adherence to environmental regulations and promoting sustainable practices in design processes.
• Documenting design processes and maintaining accurate records of project developments.
• Training and mentoring junior design staff and interns in best practices and design methodologies.

Joiner

• Reading technical drawings, projection, and marking materials on drawings.
• Completing furniture, structures, and other products made from wood.
• Completing simple glass work, completing and installing accessories and interior furnishings.
• Assessing and inspecting the quality of produced products and work pieces.
• Following and applying work and technical procedures for products, installation, occupational health and safety principles, occupational hygiene and fire prevention.

Lumberjack

• Sawing trees and shrubs in forests using a motor or a hand saw.
• Sawing and cutting logs to planks, boards, beams, joists, laths, strips, etc.
• Replenishing a mixture of petrol and oil in the chainsaw.
• Sharpening blunt chains with round and flat files.
• Performing routine maintenance associated with the use of the chainsaw.

Machine Operator

• Operating and monitoring various machinery and equipment used in wood processing and production.
• Setting up machines for production runs, including adjusting settings and calibrating equipment.
• Conducting routine inspections and maintenance on machinery to ensure optimal performance and safety.
• Collaborating with team members to meet production targets and quality standards.
• Troubleshooting and resolving equipment malfunctions to minimize downtime.
• Maintaining a clean and organized work environment in compliance with safety regulations.
• Recording production data and machine performance metrics for reporting purposes.
• Following standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines to ensure a safe working environment.
• Assisting in training new employees on machine operation and safety protocols.
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and productivity.

Saw filer

• Operating and maintaining sawmill machinery to ensure efficient cutting of timber.
• Inspecting and adjusting saw blades for optimal performance and precision.
• Performing routine maintenance and repairs on saws and other equipment to minimize downtime.
• Monitoring the quality of cut wood and making necessary adjustments to meet specifications.
• Collaborating with team members to coordinate production schedules and workflow.
• Ensuring compliance with safety regulations and promoting a safe working environment.
• Keeping accurate records of production output and equipment maintenance.
• Troubleshooting issues with machinery and implementing solutions to improve efficiency.
• Training new employees on proper saw filing techniques and safety protocols.
• Assisting in the inventory management of raw materials and finished products.
• Participating in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational effectiveness.

Timber Engineer

• Managing and coordinating the technical preparation of production.
• Analysing the input and output data related to the work task.
• Testing new production processes.
• Cooperating in the implementation of technological changes.
• Managing, coordinating, motivating, and evaluating subordinate employees.
• Implementing and improving the system of administration and registration of technical documentation.

Upholsterer

• Upholstering contemporary and antique furniture, doors, parts of vehicles, buttons etc.
• Repairing and renovating used and damaged upholstery.
• Tying springs.
• Measuring and cutting foam parts.
• Measuring and cutting upholstery materials.
• Fastening upholstery materials with a stapler.
• Communicating with customers about suitable upholstery materials, colour, estimated price etc.

Woodworking Technician

• Preparing technical documentation for products.
• Completing standards for labour and material consumption.
• Proposing the category, type, and number of machinery and equipment.
• Performing quality tests on input materials.
• Checking compliance with technological procedures.
• Cooperating in the process and final inspection.
• Completing technical descriptions and instructions for use.

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