Saw Operator - Level 1

Department: Saw Operations

Reports To: Saw Operations Manager

Classification:   Non-exempt (Hourly)

Pay: $15/hour

8pm - 6:30pm (M-TH)

Job Summary:

Execute duties given by saw operations manager.  Properly carry out saw operations as assigned.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Load and unload material into saws.
• Perform the following computer functions in Plex: load job, complete job, choose proper container and maintain proper Statistical Process Controls (SPCs) as required by each specific job.
• Set up saws for specific jobs.
• Set up CNC controls.
• Stage bins for each saw.
• Empty chip bins.
• Monitor orders as they are processed by the saw.
• Perform quality checks with measuring tools and enter in Plex.
• Operate fork truck.
• Assist with cleaning, organizing and general upkeep of the saw shop.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Job Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED
• General computer experience required
• Fork truck and overhead crane experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong general computer skills required
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to read and follow written instructions
• Ability to perform basic math functions and accurately use a tape measure and other measuring tools
• Ability to follow all safety policies and procedures

Physical and Environmental Requirements:

• Ability to stand for an entire shift to operate machinery
• Ability to safely maneuver around each machine, and from one machine to another, to monitor and adjust the steel as it processes through each machine    
• Physical activity such as bending, reaching, and twisting while pushing and pulling bars or pieces of steel as they are processed    
• Ability to safely ascend and descend steps, stairs, or ladders to access and operate machinery and fork trucks
• Ability to work atop of uneven surfaces to move and secure bundles of steel   
• Ability to frequently lift 15-50 pounds of steel bars repeatedly and occasionally lift up-to 80 pounds of steel bars repeatedly.  
• Constant exposure to machinery and loud noises

Authority:        

All employees at this facility have responsibility and authority to note areas of product or customer issues and bring it to management’s attention.