Saw Machine Operator – Days

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This position will utilize a saw machine to cut parts as directed. Make marks on material for cutting and guide material through saw cuts. 

Duties/Responsibilities

  • Cut material on table by placing on a table manually or using an overhead hoist.
  • Position and secure material on saw machine to guide material against saw.
  • Turn controls to set cutting speed, feed rate, blade tension, and to adjust tilt of blade on table.
  • Measure material to mark for cuts and to verify accuracy of cuts using tape measures, calipers and, other measuring devices.
  • Maintain equipment for proper machine operation.
  • Install or adjust specified saw blades in machine using hand tools.
  • Sharpen blades or replace defective or work blades.
  • Check way-lube, hydraulic oil, grease, and oil levels on the machine.
  • Locate material to correct bin location, record material on cut list.
  • Move excess material to an appropriate bin location.
  • Spot check inventory counts.
  • Empty machine shop chip hopper as needed.
  • Perform all other duties as assigned.

Required Skills

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Must be able to read and write (in English) and perform basic mathematical calculations
  • Ability to concentrate on a task without being distracted.
  • Must demonstrate the ability to read a tape measure and have a basic understanding of fractions and decimals.
  • Must possess the ability, or have the ability to learn how, to read a blueprint, micrometer, and calipers
  • Must be willing to work additional hours as production demands increase
  • Must have strong organizational skills and be self-motivated
  • Must possess, or have the ability to develop, knowledge of products manufactured

Education/Experience

  • High school diploma or equivalent

Physical Requirements

  • Frequently involves heavy lifting, pulling (up to 80 pounds), bending, stooping, kneeling, climbing ladders, subject to dust, dirt, grease, and noise conditions
  • Frequent Standing 90% of day, Walking 20% of day.
  • Exposed to moderate burns and flying objects.

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