table saw operator

Description

Table saw operators work with industrial saws that cut with a rotating circular blade. The saw is built into a table. The operator sets the height of the saw to control the depth of the cut. Particular attention is paid to safety, as factors such as natural stresses within the wood may produce unpredictable forces.

EssentialOptional

Theoretical Knowledge

quality standards wood cuts cutting technologies types of wood woodworking processes sawing techniques types of table saws mechanical systems first aid woodworking tools manufacturing of furniture timber products manufacturing of sports equipment types of sawing blades manufacturing of daily use goods

Practical Skills

perform test run operate table saw set up the controller of a machine adjust cut sizes ensure equipment availability create cutting plan replace sawing blade on machine troubleshoot work safely with machines wear appropriate protective gear manipulate wood remove inadequate workpieces remove processed workpiece supply machine keep sawing equipment in good condition dispose of cutting waste material operate manual planer program a CNC controller consult technical resources sharpen edged tools monitor stock level prepare wood production reports identify hazards in the workplace record production data for quality control read standard blueprints pack goods perform machine maintenance advise on machinery malfunctions report defective manufacturing materials inspect quality of products check quality of raw materials keep records of work progress measure parts of manufactured products