Cutter

About the role

The Cutter operates and maintains cutting equipment, such as band saws, 40" Marvel, HEM saw, and pipe cutters, to prepare raw materials for production. This role involves setting up and running the equipment, performing routine maintenance, and ensuring materials are cut to specification.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain cutting equipment, including band saws, 40" Marvel, HEM saw, and pipe cutter
• Perform basic equipment maintenance and safety inspections of slings, clamps, and chains
• Regulate oxygen/gas torches and pipe cutters; change blades and cutting tips as needed
• Use cut calculator in Syteline and accurately complete job tickets and return-to-stock documentation
• Distinguish between scrap and recyclable material and stage materials appropriately
• Follow procedures for Level One and nuclear jobs, including conducting LP (Liquid Penetrant) testing
• Set correct speeds and feeds for different materials; adjust production based on priorities
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues in collaboration with engineering
• Support department organization, time management, and adherence to safety protocols

Qualifications

• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Strong attention to detail, safety, and time management
• Problem-solving skills and ability to interpret written, verbal, or diagram-based instructions
• Demonstrated initiative and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Competency in assigned on-the-job training

Education and/or Experience

• A high school diploma or equivalent required
• Vocational training or trade school experience preferred
• Minimum 2 years of relevant cutting or machine operation experience preferred
• Forklift/lift truck experience a plus

Physical Demands

• Regularly use hands and fingers to handle or feel and talk or hear
• Frequent sitting
• Occasional standing, reaching with hands and arms, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Occasional lifting up to 100 pounds

Work Environment

• The noise level in the work environment can vary
• The physical demands of the job include regular use of hands and fingers, sitting, occasional standing, reaching, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling, and occasional lifting up to 100 pounds