Saw Operator

Responsibilities

• Promote a culture of safety and follow all local safety guidelines.
• Inspect equipment at the beginning of each shift and verify that all safety devices and emergency switches are operational.
• Check work orders for job number, part number, length, and notes related to quality and production procedures.
• Complete rack tag, Daily Saw Report, and required work‑order information.
• Inspect the saw table for debris that could damage parts, causing scratches or dents.
• Feed parts to the stop while keeping arms and hands away from the saw blade path and the clamp.
• Engage the saw to begin the cut process only after confirmation from the Saw Assistant that they are clear of any pinch points.
• Stack parts on age racks using spacers (socks) between layers as indicated by the work order, taking care to avoid damage and to center parts.
• Measure the length of the part at the first, middle, and last positions on each age rack and record dimensions on the Daily Saw Report (QC‑50).
• At work‑order completion, record scrap on the saw report, complete the rack tag, and ensure each age rack has a tag showing customer, order number, correct temper (T1, T4, T52), quantities, and the Saw Operator’s signature.
• Calculate scrap based on the number of billets run, pieces per billet, and subtracting the number of good parts.
• Move age racks with a forklift to Building 2 for the aging process.
• Use air hoses to blow saw chips off of parts.
• Measure cut stock using tape measure, mylar, height gauge, caliper, or square to verify specifications.
• Maintain production count.
• Inspect and load data into the computer for tracking when applicable.
• Monitor machine fluid level.
• Ensure quality of parts before forwarding them to the next operation.
• Report any unsafe conditions to Supervisor/Management.
• Maintain cleanliness of own work area and general housekeeping of the company.
• Actively participate in all established company health and safety training programs and comply with all policies and procedures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Experience

• High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED) required.
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.

Physical Demands

• Frequent mental and visual attention with intermittent flow and checking.
• Vision requirements: close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Regular use of hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; frequent reaching with hands and arms.
• Frequent standing; occasional walking, sitting, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
• Regularly lift/move up to 10 lb; frequently lift/move up to 25 lb; occasionally lift/move up to 75 lb.
• Ability to work in a hot environment.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment

While performing essential functions, the employee regularly works near moving mechanical parts and is exposed to airborne particles and chemicals. The noise level is usually very loud. Personal protective equipment required includes safety glasses, hearing protection, and safety shoes.

About the Company

Heico Companies, founded over 40 years ago, has grown from a single business to more than 80 separate companies through strategic acquisitions and reinvestment. The organization operates four core groups—Metal Processing, Construction Solutions, Applied Solutions, and Industrial Technologies—each run on a stand‑alone basis while sharing knowledge across the enterprise. Heico remains privately held, generating over $3.3 billion in revenue, and many of its businesses are certified Woman‑Owned Business Enterprises (WBE). More information is available at www.heicocompanies.com.