Material Handler - Saw Operator

Hamilton Company; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Material Handler-Saw Operator, where you will play a vital role in the machine shop production team. This position involves organizing and moving materials, ensuring efficient operations, and maintaining a clean work environment. You will collaborate with supervisors, document production orders, and operate equipment safely. With a commitment to innovation and professional growth, this opportunity offers a stable and rewarding career path in a supportive workplace. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are eager to contribute to a team, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Excellent benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Stable, drug-free workplace

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and adapt to changing environments.
• Experience maintaining production databases or inventories is essential.

Responsibilities

• Organizing and moving materials, including receiving and documenting usage.
• Collaborating with supervisors regarding production orders and tracking material consumption.

Skills

Teamwork

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Troubleshooting

Critical Thinking

Education

High School diploma or GED

Forklift certification

Tools

Measuring tapes

Carts

Pallets

Forklifts

Kardex systems

Saws

Job description

Company Overview

Hamilton Company is a worldwide leader in the design and manufacture of manual, semi-automated, and robotic products for precision fluid measuring. We specialize in developing, manufacturing, and customizing precision measurement devices, automated liquid handling stations, and sample management systems. For over 60 years, Hamilton has been committed to satisfying customer needs by combining quality materials with skilled workmanship, ensuring the highest performance of every device we produce.

Responsibilities

Hamilton Company is seeking a Material Handler-Saw Operator to join the machine shop production team. The role involves organizing and moving materials, including receiving, kitting, and documenting material usage within the shop.

Employee responsibilities include:

• Ensuring regular and consistent attendance.
• Participating in continuous improvement activities.
• Completing assigned tasks accurately and on time.
• Communicating and documenting daily activities using Microsoft Office tools.
• Maintaining cleanliness and organization of the work area and equipment.
• Reporting issues to the supervisor.

Material Handler responsibilities include:

• Operating equipment safely and consistently.
• Collaborating with supervisors and area leads regarding production orders.
• Documenting production orders, material counts, and area maintenance daily.
• Tracking material consumption for production orders.
• Packaging, labeling, and transporting materials to subsequent production stages.
• Receiving and organizing new material shipments.
• Managing chip bins and operating saws to cut materials.
• Updating inventory records for materials and consumables.
• Communicating with planning and production teams about stock levels.

Qualifications

• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Adaptability to changing environments and demands.
• Excellent troubleshooting and critical thinking skills.
• Experience maintaining production databases or inventories.
• Adherence to established procedures.
• Experience with equipment such as measuring tapes, carts, pallets, forklifts, Kardex systems, and saws.

Education/Experience

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Forklift certification preferred.
• Mechanical experience and aptitude are a plus.

About Hamilton

• Engages in diverse and innovative design projects.
• Offers opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• Committed to sustainable design practices.
• Provides competitive compensation and excellent benefits.
• Maintains a stable, drug-free workplace.