Saw Operator

JOB SUMMARY

Sets up and operates metal sawing machines to cut metal stock to dimensions per blueprint and/or work orders.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Actively observe and promote BWise safety standards.
• Obtain specifications for operation from work orders.
• Obtain raw materials from material handler or pick-up operations’ raw materials using material moving equipment (i.e., forklift, hand jack, etc.)
• If required, use hoist to move raw materials to operation point.
• Using saw, cut steel stock to exact length specifications;
• Installs saw blade and sets blade tension and cutting speed for specified operation.
• Mill, bore, clean, and turn parts,
• Deburr, sand, or grind sharp and/or uneven edges from cut parts.
• Move finished parts to next fabrication, or staging point.
• Make continuous quality checks to ensure parts are cut to exact specifications.
• Other duties, as assigned by Fabrication Leadership.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be capable of standing for entire shift and sit for extended periods of time.
• Able to lift up to 50 lbs; ability to demonstrate full range of motion for reaching, bending, kneeling and stooping.
• Will be exposed to extreme heat and cold depending on weather.
• Subject to dirt, dust, oil, welding fumes, electric shock, bright lights, UV radiation, burns, traffic hazards, and high noise levels in the workplace.

PPE REQUIREMENTS

• Steel-toed shoes or composite shoes
• Safety glasses
• Earplugs
• Gloves when handling any material
• Grinding shield

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must be able to read, write, count, communicate by various channels.
• Must have appropriate high school, vocational-technology school, or demonstrated ability/expertise from on-the-job training from previous employment.
• Ability to read a tape measure.
• Ability to read and fully comprehend work instructions, prints, and work specifications.