Saw/Blast Operator

Description

Saw Operator

Job Title: Saw Operator Prepared By: Sr. HR Generalist

Department: Production Approved By: Director of HR

Reports To: Production Manager

Summary: Set up, adjust, and operate CNC sawing machine to cut metal stock

Essential Function:

• Set up, edit and operate saw to cut material to specified requirements
• Read and understand work orders, cutting lists, blueprints, and other documents
• Recognize and use correct blade type
• Operate forklift, pallet jack, hoist or crane to move materials
• Monitor machine for cutting performance and utilization
• Perform quality inspection using appropriate measuring devices
• Adhere to business management system (BMS), as applicable
• Assist with any other duties as assigned

Requirements

Basic Requirements:

General manufacturing experience and knowledge of different materials

Able to change/adjust blades and stops per material and drawing requirements

Intermediate computer, written/verbal communication skills, and math skills including fraction conversions

Intermediate knowledge of caliper, tape measure and other manual measuring processes

Understand prints, process sheets, and other documents

Physical Exposure:

Frequent standing, walking, kneeling, bending, crouching, and lifting

Frequent lifting of up to 50 lbs

Oils/solvents on materials 

Sharp edges on parts or materials

Fork truck traffic

The above statements reflect the general details necessary to describe the principal functions of the occupation and shall not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the occupation.