Second Shift Band Saw Operator

About the role

Operates a bandsaw to cut piping and parts used in the manufacture of heavy oil & gas equipment, as well as moves materials using a powered industrial vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates power shear to cut metal objects, such as pipes, plates, sheets, slabs, billets, or bars to specified dimensions and angle
• Turns handwheels to adjust rake and pressure of blade
• Positions and clamps stop and side guides to set length and angle of cut, using rule, built-in gauges, or template
• Lifts workpiece manually or by hoist or crane
• Starts machine which clamps workpiece and lowers blade to cut metal
• Lays out cutting lines on metal, using rule, square, or template when shearing single pieces
• Tilts bed, blade, or installs fixtures to shear, bevel, or trim fabricated or raw material items
• Operates portable shear to cut sheet metal, if applicable
• Inspects work, using tape, compass, gauge, template, or micrometer to verify dimensions
• Checks and maintains machinery daily to ensure functionality and safety
• Operates a powered industrial vehicle (forklift) to move materials between production areas
• Maintains a strong, personal commitment to the safety culture
• Performs all other duties as assigned

Skills

• Demonstrates quality work through accuracy, thoroughness, and attention to detail of own work
• Demonstrates professionalism by acting with integrity, high moral standards, and personal accountability
• Exhibits superior dependability by consistently arriving to work on time and as scheduled
• Shows adaptability by effectively responding to frequent change, delays, or unexpected events
• Supports the team’s efforts to succeed through communication, prioritization, and planning of work activities
• Shows organizational support by consistently following policy and procedures

Qualifications

• High school diploma/general education degree (GED) or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 1-2 years of experience preferred
• Experience operating powered industrial vehicles (forklifts) and handcarts
• Ability to continue education for new techniques and programs as they emerge
• Strong understanding of safety procedures
• Must be capable of utilizing proper personal protective equipment (PPE)

Physical Demands

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
• Requires occasional bending, stooping, lifting, carrying, and reaching or handling with arms, hands and fingers
• Manual dexterity sufficient to work with fingers
• Normal vision with or without corrective lenses
• Exposed to cold, heat, noise, and mechanical/electrical fumes or odors