Saw Operator III

 Sets up and operates metal sawing machines such as hacksaw, bandsaw, circular saw, to cut metal stock to dimensions and fabricates metal. This position differs from Level II in that it involves performing activities in support of the team lead including training, inventory, and enforcement of safety procedures. The incumbent may also assist the Receiving Department with unloading incoming steel deliveries. 

This list of duties and responsibilities is not all inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties and responsibilities as management may deem necessary from time to time: 

Responsibilities Specific to Level   III:

• Monitor build   books and notify CAD drafters of errors and needed updates 
• Unload incoming steel deliveries
• Assist team lead with inventory by tracking steel stock 
• Assist team lead with enforcement of safety procedures 
• Train new hires and cross-train coworkers 
• Responsibilities Specific to Levels II and III:
• Operates machines such as shears, cutoff saws, brakes, punch press, form roll and drill press, to cut and shape parts to specified dimensions.
• Creates minimal scrap
• Utilizes cutoffs
• Plans most efficient use of available material based on cut list 
• Crane Operator Trained
• Suggests Improvements for current work processes 

Required Responsibilities for all Levels:

• Reads job order for specifications such as material, type, and size of stock, and dimensions to be cut
• Obtains and transfers stock to machine
• Installs saw blade and sets blade tension and cutting speed for specified operation
• Sets saw blade angle to obtain desired angle cuts
• Sets stops and guides to control dimension of cut
• Positions and secures stock against stops or in feeding device
• Starts machine and observes operation. Measures work for conformance to specifications
• Marks identifying data on part
• Lays out and marks reference points onto parts
• Assure all equipment is functioning properly.
• Regular and reliable attendance
• Keep area clean and organized
• Follow safety procedures and instructions 
• Maintain productivity throughout shift
• Meet production expectations set by team lead/plant manager
• Work quickly and accurately with minimal mistakes
• Other duties as assigned
• Complete regular daily/ preventative maintenance  including:
  • Keep cut area clean clear of shavings
  • Check cutting oil and replenish as needed
  • Replace blades as needed
  • Evaluate guides as needed

Education:

• High School diploma or general education degree (GED) required.
• CNC certificate or other technical coursework preferred

Experience:

• 6+ years related experience  and/or training.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required of Level III:

• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
• Critical thinking skills
• Ability to plan what needs to be done in order to meet production schedule
• Patience for training
• Ability to temporarily fill in for team lead if needed

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required of Levels II and III:

• Organizational skills
• Planning skills
• Ability to use the overhead crane
• Time management skills
• Ability to use cut offs
• Willingness to learn

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required of All Levels:

• Ability to read a tape measure 
• Ability to work overtime 
• Attention to detail
• Follows directions 
• Willing to assist others