Cut Off Operator

Precision Castparts; Minerva (OH); On-site; USD 22,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Precision Castparts in Minerva, OH is seeking a Cut-Off Operator to trim sprues, risers and gates from castings and to prepare materials for further processing. You will set up fixtures, operate abrasive cutoff equipment, and ensure precise cuts while maintaining safety standards.

The role requires high school diploma or GED and at least one year of manufacturing experience. Regular attendance and weekend overtime are expected; physical tasks include lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for

Qualifications

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedures.
• Ability to communicate production information both in writing and verbally.
• Mathematical ability: add/subtract two-digit numbers and multiply/divide by 10s and 100s.

Responsibilities

• Operate abrasive cutoff machines to cut castings, bars stock and revert metal.
• Check proper cutoff with gauges or rulers.
• Move castings and materials between work areas to maintain workflow.
• Adjust holding fixtures and replace abrasive wheels or blades as needed.
• Sign off routing cards and report faults to foreperson.
• Maintain clean and orderly work area.
• Perform other duties as directed by the foreperson.

Skills

Reading & writing

Communication

Math basics

Reasoning

Attendance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the department supervisor, the Cut-Off Operator (60 Code) cuts sprues, risers and gates from castings; cuts bar stock and revert metal to length; trims castings as required; uses abrasive cutoff machines; sets up and adjusts holding fixtures; receives instructions and assignments from the foreperson.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• Obtains castings, bars stock or revert metal from container or floor, places on machine table or in holding fixture, applies manual pressure to cause abrasive wheel or saw blade to cut thru metal at designated point. Removes casting, bar stock and/or revert metal from fixture or table at completion of cutting operation and places in proper container or on floor. Abrasive cut-off machines are generally of 20 inch wheel capacity or smaller;
• Checks for proper cutoff by using rule or gauges;
• Pushes carts of castings to and from work and storage areas as required to maintain flow of work;
• Changes and adjusts holding fixtures as required and replaces abrasive cutoff wheel or saw blade as needed;
• Signs off routing cards as required and reports faulty products and processes to the foreperson;
• Keeps work area clean and orderly;
• Performs other duties related to the job as directed by the foreperson.

Supervisory Responsibilites:

This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed 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.

Education And/Or Experience:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); at least one year manufacturing experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedures. Ability to communicate production information both in writing and verbally. Ability to complete required production reports.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to add and subtract two digit numbers and to multiply and divide with 10’s and 100’s.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations.

Other Qualification:

Regular attendance and the ability to work weekday and weekend overtime.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk and/or hear. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must frequently lift up to 50 pounds. Lifting above 50 pounds will require the use of lift assist or help. Specific vision abilities required by this job include ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to humid conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes. The noise level in the work environment is usually high. Appropriate Personal Protective Equipment is required to be worn while performing the functions of this job.