Saw Operator III

Description 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. Responsibilities Specific To Level III 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: Monitor build books and notify CAD drafters of errors and needed updates Unload incoming steel deliveriesAssist 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 scrapUtilizes cutoffsPlans most efficient use of available material based on cut list Crane Operator TrainedSuggests 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 cutObtains and transfers stock to machineInstalls saw blade and sets blade tension and cutting speed for specified operationSets saw blade angle to obtain desired angle cutsSets stops and guides to control dimension of cutPositions and secures stock against stops or in feeding deviceStarts machine and observes operation. Measures work for conformance to specificationsMarks identifying data on partLays out and marks reference points onto partsAssure all equipment is functioning properly.Regular and reliable attendanceKeep area clean and organizedFollow safety procedures and instructions Maintain productivity throughout shiftMeet production expectations set by team lead/plant managerWork quickly and accurately with minimal mistakesOther duties as assignedComplete regular daily/ preventative maintenance including:Keep cut area clean clear of shavingsCheck cutting oil and replenish as neededReplace blades as neededEvaluate guides as needed Requirements 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 skillsCritical thinking skillsAbility to plan what needs to be done in order to meet production schedulePatience for trainingAbility to temporarily fill in for team lead if needed Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required of Levels II and III: Organizational skillsPlanning skillsAbility to use the overhead craneTime management skillsAbility to use cut offsWillingness to learn Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required Of All Levels Ability to read a tape measure Ability to work overtime Attention to detailFollows directions Willing to assist others