What are the responsibilities and job description for the CNC Saw Operator & Shop Technician position at Metal Supermarkets?
Metal Production Specialist (CNC, Bandsaw and Shear)
The Opportunity: Precision, Process, & Performance
Are you a meticulous problem-solver who treats workspace organization and precision like a craft? Metal Supermarkets, the world’s largest supplier of small-quantity metals, is looking for a Metal Production Specialist who combines technical aptitude with disciplined process execution.
We are not looking for casual general labor. This is an analytical, process-driven role. You will be responsible for programming and operating CNC and industrial fabrication equipment, executing work orders with precision, planning material layouts to minimize waste, and maintaining an immaculate, retail-ready storefront and warehouse. If you lack attention to detail or struggle with precision measurements, this role is not for you.
Core Responsibilities
- CNC & Equipment Operation: Set up, program, and operate CNC equipment, industrial saws, and shears to process customer orders strictly according to detailed work orders while maintaining company standard tolerances.
- Material Utilization & Planning: Analyze work orders and raw stock sizes to plan efficient cuts, minimizing scrap and optimizing material yield.
- Quality & Specification Control: Verify all cuts and dimensions using precision measuring instruments (calipers, micrometers, and tape measures down to exact fractions and decimals) before staging.
- Merchandising & Facility Standards: Uphold pristine housekeeping and inventory organization standards, keeping the warehouse and customer-facing floor exceptionally clean, safe, and tour-ready at all times.
- Logistics & Regional Fulfillment: Manage order staging, warehouse stock control, and safely operate the company’s 21-foot flatbed delivery truck for regional client fulfillment (Class D License mandatory).
Requirements & Qualifications
To succeed in this role, you must meet the following mandatory baseline standards:
- Technical & CNC Aptitude: Proven experience operating CNC machinery, automated production equipment, or precision industrial power tools.
- Shop Math Mastery: Fluency in fractions, decimals, conversions, and precision measuring tools (tape measures, calipers, squares). Testing on shop math and measurement will be part of the interview process.
- Process Discipline: Demonstrated ability to read, follow, and execute multi-step work orders systematically without missing details.
- Pride in Environment: A strong personal standard for workspace cleanliness, organization, and visual merchandising.
- Physical Capability: Ability to remain active in a fast-paced environment and lift up to 60 lbs unassisted.
- Licensing & Record: A clean driving record and a valid Louisiana Class D driver's license.
Why Join the Metal Supermarkets Team?
- Uncapped Earning Potential: Stable base pay supplemented performance-based bonuses.
- Investment in You: 50% company contribution toward group healthcare, 401k plans, and advanced technical/CNC training.
- Career Velocity: We promote from within. This role serves as a proven launchpad into operations management or technical sales.
- Elite Culture: Work in a high-integrity, safety-first, and exceptionally organized environment backed by a 40-year global brand legacy.
How to Apply
To be considered, please submit your resume highlighting your specific experience with CNC equipment, precision measuring, work order execution, and inventory organization.
Have you always had a natural way with people? Do you love to help? Are you good with your hands and value great customer service? Do you think “yes” before “no?” Are you solutions driven and take pride in customer satisfaction? These traits could make you the perfect fit for a job with variety and great compensation in a stable industry with a rapidly expanding organization.
Metal Supermarkets is the world’s largest supplier of small-quantity metals with stores across the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. We sell a variety of metal products and cutting services to businesses and consumers. Our customers love us because of our outstanding customer service. We’re fast, friendly, convenient and knowledgeable. We’re passionate about service.
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