Saw Operator

About the role

TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics

Responsibilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and diagrams with limited assistance from others.
• Identify material and tooling requirements.
• Set up and operate a variety of industrial saws.
• Utilize precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate material cutting.
• Manufacture parts to documented desired tolerances.
• Handle inbound and outbound logistic requirements.
• Monitor machines and make appropriate adjustments for speed control, feed rates, blade tensions, etc. to boost production quality.
• Utilize ERP for tracking purposes.
• Conduct quality check at assignment completion. Report any concerns to management.
• Deliver finished parts to designated areas.
• Monitor tools for breakage and tool wear symptoms.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on equipment and conduct basic troubleshooting to keep machinery functioning properly.
• Understand manufacturing process and the materials produced in department to support process.
• Learn entry-level skill of set of CNC router operation as appropriate/needed.
• Learn and develop crane related skills.
• Learn and develop bending and rolling machine skills.
• Perform tasks to company standards to efficiently and effectively meet department goals.
• Take initiative to improve methodology and find solutions to boost productivity.
• Communicate with management.
• Manage priorities as they change throughout a shift. Complete allocated work in a timely manner.
• Keep a clean, organized, and safe workspace, including tools and equipment.
• Accurately capture all labor hours and material in Epicor.
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures.
• Attend meetings, seminars, and training sessions as required.
• Perform assigned duties according to the policies and expectations prescribed by the company.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or trade school graduate, or 1 year of manufacturing saw experience or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
• If no industrial saw experience, willing to train the right individual.
• Crane related knowledge and skills, if don’t currently possess, must be willing to learn.
• Bending and rolling machine knowledge and skills, if don’t currently possess, must be willing to learn.
• Willing to learn entry-level CNC router operation.
• Math proficiency.
• Ability to read basic blueprints and diagrams.
• Knowledge and experience using measuring instruments, such as tape measure and calipers.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Experience using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), a plus.
• Knowledge of Epicor, Slack, and/or Box, a plus.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Capacity to work independently, and as a member of a small team. Ability to handle changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility with work schedule. Normal work schedule is forty hours per week; however operational demands may necessitate other schedules to meet business needs.

Work Conditions

• Work conditions may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements such as dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises.
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks which require following basic safety precautions.

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions (HDHP plans)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical & Dependent Care)
• Employer-paid life insurance with optional supplemental coverage
• Employer-paid Short-term with optional long-term disability insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Paid parental leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Wellness stipends
• Voluntary benefits (e.g., accident, critical illness)
• Paid vacation and 12 holidays