{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:39:50.150Z","occupation":{"soc":"51-7041.00","title":"Sawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Wood","group":"Production","sector":"31-33","jobZone":2,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers wood sawing machine setup, operation, blade maintenance, quality inspection, and production monitoring in industrial mill and manufacturing shop environments.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Rulers, squares, and caliper rules — use to measure and mark workpieces for cuts under direct supervisor guidance on the production floor.","Circular saws and band saws — operate following step-by-step instructions to cut wood to specified dimensions in a supervised shop environment.","Saw blades and attachments — mount and bolt to machine shafts with assistance, following established safety protocols.","Handwheels, pedals, and levers — adjust to set blade position under technician direction before beginning a cutting run.","Raw lumber stock — inspect visually for obvious surface defects and imperfections with guidance from an experienced operator.","Workpieces — guide against saw blades using basic hand technique under close supervision to produce straight cuts.","Machine jams — recognize and report to a supervisor promptly during routine sawing operations.","Wrenches and basic hand tools — use to perform simple blade adjustments following written maintenance instructions.","Personal protective equipment and shop safety rules — apply consistently at all times on the production floor.","Inventory management software — enter basic production counts and material usage data under supervisor direction."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Caliper rules and squares — apply independently to measure and verify cut accuracy across a variety of workpiece sizes in a production mill setting.","Multiple-blade sawing machines and ripsaws — set up and operate routinely with minimal oversight to meet daily dimensional specifications.","Blade tension and machine speed controls — monitor and adjust during production runs to maintain cut quality and prevent equipment faults.","Worn or defective saw blades — replace using hand tools following standard maintenance schedules without supervisor prompting.","Lumber stock — grade and estimate quality by inspecting for knots, warping, and grain irregularities to sort material before cutting.","Automatic feeding devices — operate and configure to guide workpieces through consistent cutting cycles on familiar material types.","Common machine jams and misfeeds — troubleshoot and clear using established procedures to minimize production downtime.","Saw blades — sharpen using appropriate tools and techniques on a routine maintenance cycle to sustain cutting performance.","Industrial control software — use to monitor machine parameters and log operational data during standard production shifts.","Cut dimension records — document accurately using spreadsheet software to support quality tracking and material yield reporting."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Scroll saws, crozer machines, and multi-blade systems — set up and operate autonomously across varied wood species and complex cut profiles in high-volume production.","Blade alignment, tension, and feed rate — diagnose and correct non-routine equipment issues to restore dimensional accuracy with minimal production loss.","Workpiece measurements and finished cuts — verify against engineering specifications using precision instruments to ensure consistent quality control compliance.","Stock grading and defect assessment — perform independently across full material lots to optimize yield and minimize waste on the shop floor.","Machine performance patterns — analyze over production runs to identify recurring faults and recommend preventive maintenance actions.","Blade sharpening and replacement procedures — execute across multiple saw types using correct tools and techniques, adapting to varying blade geometries.","Safety hazards and near-miss incidents — identify, assess, and address proactively to maintain a safe operating environment for all personnel.","Production throughput and cut accuracy data — review using spreadsheet and document management software to support process improvement decisions.","New operators and trainees — demonstrate proper workpiece handling, machine setup, and safety practices in side-by-side on-the-job coaching sessions.","Non-standard or complex workpieces — guide through saws using advanced hand technique and custom jig setups to achieve precise results."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Sawing machine setup standards and operating procedures — develop and implement across the full production department to drive consistency and output quality.","Blade maintenance programs and replacement schedules — design and oversee facility-wide to reduce unplanned downtime and extend equipment service life.","Quality control inspection criteria — establish and communicate for all wood-cutting operations, ensuring alignment with customer and regulatory requirements.","Emerging sawing technologies and machinery — evaluate and recommend for adoption to improve throughput, precision, and worker safety at the organizational level.","Production operators and machine tenders — mentor, assess, and develop across all skill levels to build a capable and self-sufficient shop workforce.","Cross-functional production, maintenance, and safety teams — lead in diagnosing systemic equipment and workflow problems and implementing lasting solutions.","Industrial control and inventory management software — direct the configuration and use of across the department to improve data-driven operational decision-making.","Workplace safety culture and hazard mitigation strategies — champion and reinforce organization-wide to reduce injury rates and ensure regulatory compliance.","Material yield metrics and waste reduction initiatives — analyze and lead improvement efforts using production data to lower costs and increase profitability.","Departmental performance goals and productivity targets — set, track, and communicate to production teams, aligning daily operations with organizational business objectives."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}