Saw Operator - Evenings

Kiyo Engineering; Guildford; Hybrid; GBP 27,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

Bonus scheme

Overtime available

Pension scheme

Job summary

Kiyo Engineering in Redhill is seeking a Saw Operator to contribute to the production of saw-cut parts. You will load materials, operate multiple saw types, and ensure quality and safety standards are met. The role supports continuous production with periodic maintenance and documentation.

The ideal candidate is a proactive team player with a safety-first mindset, willing to learn and operate forklifts as needed in a manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• Must be a team player and have the ability to work well with others.
• Must have a safety conscious mindset.
• Experience in saw operation is desirable but not required.
• Willingness to take on additional training and hold forklift license (refresher on site).

Responsibilities

• Prepare and operate circular, manual and automatic band saws to perform manufacturing tasks.
• Load raw materials into saw machines and complete relevant paperwork.
• Inspect finished parts and verify against specifications and quality requirements.
• Maintain saws and equipment through daily cleaning and preventive maintenance.
• Adhere to health & safety procedures and SOPs.
• Support production targets and participate in daily production meetings.

Skills

Team player

Safety conscious

Forklift license

Manufacturing passion

Tools

Circular saw

Band saw

Job description

Job Title: Saw Operator

Location: Redhill, RH1 5NB

Salary: £27,000 - £30,000 per annum

Job Type: Permanent, Full Time - 2 Shifts Available

Shift Pattern: Hybrid Evening 1000-2030 Mon-Thurs (40h/week) - 3 breaks 15/30/15 - x1 Vacancy

Please note due to the office location access to your own vehicle is required as the office is not readily accessible via public transport, free parking is provided on site.

About us:

At Kiyo Engineering, we take pride in delivering quality engineering and design solutions that meet the specific requirements of our clients. For more than a decade, we've been providing exceptional welding and fabrication services, specialising in the manufacturing of aluminium, stainless steel, mild steel, and engineering plastics, supported by a wide range of high-specification, precision-driven CNC machinery.

We are passionate about our craft and are committed to our clients and continue to offer quality, professional and individually tailored solutions supported by unrivalled craftsmanship.

About the role:

Reporting to the Saw Team Leader, the Saw Operator is responsible for the production of saw cut parts by loading and unloading various saw machines; maintaining quality and safety standards; keeping records as appropriate and assisting in the maintenance of equipment. The operator will ensure continuity of production in the saw room, maintaining required specifications within agreed timeframes.

About your day to day:

• Preparing and operating the circular, manual and auto band saws to perform manufacturing tasks
• Preparing and loading raw materials into the saw machines
• Completing raw material paperwork and checklists
• Inspecting and measuring finished products and comparing them with technical and quality requirements to ensure correct completion of the process together with de-burring, shuffling, and cleaning of finished parts as necessary and saw operations as required, respecting all advised schedules and timelines for production
• In consultation with the Production Manager and Saw Team Leader, ensuring all machines remain well stocked with continuity of production at all times
• Strictly adhering to all health and safety procedures
• Demonstrating a strong team approach ensuring clear communication with colleagues at all levels
• Adhering to SOP's (Standard Operating Procedures)
• To be responsible and fully accountable for ensuring all completed parts conform with all specifications and quality deliverables as appropriate
• Ensures that every machine process is undertaken in compliance with the company guidelines
• Maintains continuity among work shift by communicating actions, irregularities, and continuing needs
• Maintains equipment by completing preventative maintenance requirements; follows manufacturer's instructions; troubleshoots machines
• Ensures saws are maintained through daily cleaning and predetermined maintenance activities
• To ensure efficient operation of the saw area in achieving specified agreed targets
• To participate in daily production meetings with the team detailing production targets, quality concerns and any other focus points identified
• To achieve throughput against stated targets
• Undertaking any other duties as may be required by the Management team

About you:

• Must be a team player and have the ability to work well with others
• Must have a safety conscious mindset
• Previous experience in saw operation is desired by not necessary
• Passion for manufacturing
• Must have or be willing to have a license in the operation of Forklift Trucks (Refresher training is provided on site)
• Willingness to take on additional training as required by the business

What we offer

• Free parking
• Bonus scheme
• Overtime available
• Pension scheme