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Saw Operator

Go McPherson Career Center
McPherson, KS Full Time
POSTED ON 7/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/16/2026

Saw Operator Description

SUMMARY: Ensures the safe operation of an automatic vertical band saw. Cuts steel stock to correct length and measurements.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Reads and interprets basic blueprints

Completes daily stock inventory reports

Orders and maintains proper inventory levels of material

Unload raw materials from semi-trucks and store material.

Maintains equipment and ensures the work area is clean and safe at all times.

Performs essential preventative maintenance on saw equipment.

Assures compliance with appropriate safety practices and procedures and with applicable federal, state, and local codes, OSHA regulations, and requirements

Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.

Operates overhead crane and use of a forklift.

Work safely without presenting a direct threat to self or others.

Compliance with all safety rules and guidelines.

Strong Work ethic, attention to detail, and a positive team attitude.

Consistently adhere to assigned work schedule, ensuring punctuality and reliability.

Other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE OF:

Trade tools, equipment, materials, tape measure, and techniques used in safe band saw operation. Mechanically inclined. Work independently with little direction. Ability to meet schedules and deadlines. Maintain routine records.

Qualifications:

Manufacturing experience using a band saw

Must be able to lift 50 lbs.

Physical Requirements

Climbing, Balancing, Stooping, Kneeling, Crouching, Crawling, Reaching, Standing, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Lifting, Grasping, Repetitive Motions.

All job offers are contingent upon successfully passing a pre-employment drug screen.

*Subject to hiring through a staffing agency.*

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