Saw Operator

Saw Operator Summary of Position The Saw Operator is responsible for utilizing the machines in the service center to cut material using one or more plate and bar saws at Sunshine Metals, Inc. Responsibilities and Duties At a minimum, the following is a basic description of typical duties and responsibilities expected of the Saw Operator. These duties are not exhaustive and are subject to change as the needs of the organization require. • Be an expert in the mechanical operation of one or more saws in the service center. • Process orders according to customer cut to size specifications. • Ensure orders are processed per specification and on time without exception. • Pull and stage material to be processed at saw. • Retrieve material from the plate racks using a fork truck. • Measure material to exact requirements. • Enter data for the exact specifications onto the appropriate form for data entry into the computer. • Safely and properly operate cranes, fork trucks and apply safe rigging. • Assist in the packaging and receiving of shipments and in weekly inventory cycle counts. • Use precision when operating tools such as tape measures, micrometers, nibblers and calipers. • Keep immediate work area clean and organized throughout the day. • Adhere to Sunshine Metals’ safety rules, regulations and quality standards. • Adhere to all Sunshine Metals’ handbook policies and procedures. Required Qualifications • High school diploma or equivalent • Two or more years of related experience or training working with saw and/or machinery • One or more years in the metals service center industry • Basic Microsoft Office proficiency, including Work, Excel, and Outlook • Good written and oral communication skills • Good organizational, problem solving, and time management skills • Ability to measure using different tools • Ability to read and calculate numbers and data • Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction • Operate with high integrity, maintaining positive relations with co-workers, customers, and suppliers. • Strong work ethic; self-motivated Preferred Qualifications • One or more years of experience in the metals service center industry Physical Requirements Physical demands can include but not limited to: • Sitting • Standing • Use of hands or fingers • Kneeling/Crawling/Twisting/Balancing • Bending/Climbing • Speaking and Listening • Close vision (clear vision at 36 inches or less) Weights to be lifted: • Up to 50 pounds—With assistance and/or of a lifting device Weights to be pushed/pulled: • Up to 50 pounds—With assistance and/or of a lifting device Working Conditions Good working conditions. Frequent visual/auditory attention and involvement required to monitor material being cut on the saw. Requires continuous use of computer to receive and give information. Exposure to hazardous machinery, sharp tools, proximity to moving objects, noise, heat, humidity. Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Tuition Reimbursement • Paid time off • Health insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Life insurance