1st Shift CNC Saw Operator – Precision, Speed & Teamwork

State Steel Omaha; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

State Steel Omaha in Omaha, NE is seeking a CNC Saw Operator to join our production team. You will read blueprints, operate CNC saws, and set up your area for efficient production runs, while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include material handling, blade changes, and coordinating with team to sustain output. Must be reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment with lifting and PPE requirements.

Qualifications

• Must understand and read blueprints and perform basic troubleshooting.
• Ability to measure and convert fractional/decimal values accurately.
• Capable of distinguishing aluminum, steel, and stainless steel.
• Team-oriented, reliable and detail-focused.
• Familiar with measuring tools and hand tools; forklift/crane training is a plus.
• Clarity in English and willingness to perform other duties as assigned.
• Previous production experience preferred; basic hydraulic/electrical knowledge helpful.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a clean machine and surrounding area.
• Maintain production levels to meet supply and demand.
• Work in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities.
• Ensure attention to detail and task focus.
• Collaborate with team to maximize productivity and efficiency.
• Lifting materials and finished goods; operate hoist as needed.
• Change saw blades as required.
• Follow safety requirements for forklift, crane, and saw operations.
• Load infeed tables with material and remove finished goods from outfeed tables.
• Perform preventative maintenance as required.
• Understand and operate CNC machine controls.
• Understand and monitor sawing variables.
• Ensure output parts meet quality requirements.
• Set up and arrange work area for efficient production runs.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Blueprint reading

Measurement conversions

Material identification

Team player

Reliability

Measuring tools usage

Hand tools

Forklift & crane operation

English fluency

Production experience

Hydraulic & electrical basics

Duties as assigned

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Calipers

Tape measure

Protractors

Job description

State Steel Omaha in Omaha, NE is seeking a CNC Saw Operator to join our production team. You will read blueprints, operate CNC saws, and set up your area for efficient production runs, while maintaining safety and quality standards.

Responsibilities include material handling, blade changes, and coordinating with team to sustain output. Must be reliable, detail-oriented, and able to work in a fast-paced environment with lifting and PPE requirements.