Operator, Saw 1 (1st Shift)

Samuel, Son & Co.; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 30,651 - 31,505; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health and dental benefits

Paid vacation

401K plan with company match

Career stability and growth

Tuition reimbursement program

Job summary

Samuel, Son & Co. in Riverside, CA is seeking a manufacturing associate to maintain production schedules and ensure on-time delivery. You will inspect materials, perform cutting, kitting and serialization, and operate a forklift to move materials within the facility.

The role requires 2+ years in manufacturing, 1+ year forklift experience, basic math skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Competitive pay and benefits are offered with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Minimum 1 year of forklift driving experience.
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations.
• Works in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Ensures cut orders are maintained in the planned schedule to achieve on time delivery to internal and external customers.
• Receives and inspects incoming raw material and produces a quality product with attention to detail.
• Responsible for picking, cutting, kitting, and serialization of material to be delivered to internal business units.
• Carefully removes rejected billets from the cutting table with the help of a hoist mounted on the cutting machine.
• Rejected materials should be clearly marked or labeled before being taken to the scrap pile; the reason for rejection, cast number, and weight should be recorded on the paperwork.
• Inspects the cut billets and performs the required quality checks.
• Forklift driving is required to complete the assignments.
• Reads and interprets work orders and blueprints.
• Works on projects simultaneously to maximize production efforts and eliminate downtime.
• Actively engages in safety for self and others within the facility, including holding internal customers and contractors responsible for best‑in‑class safety.
• Maintains equipment and supplies.
• Works with trade personnel and maintenance departments to sustain optimal productivity.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area with attention to quality and safety standards.
• Contributes to continuous improvement activities as needed.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Basic math

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Forklift driving

Job description

Schedule

Monday - Saturday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM

Benefits

• Competitive pay (Foundry Premium $3.00/hour)
• Company paid health and dental benefits.
• Paid vacation
• 401K Plan with company match
• Opportunity for career stability and growth
• Tuition reimbursement program

Responsibilities

• Ensures cut orders are maintained in the planned schedule to achieve on time delivery to internal and external customers.
• Receives and inspects incoming raw material and produces a quality product with attention to detail.
• Responsible for picking, cutting, kitting, and serialization of material to be delivered to internal business units.
• Carefully removes rejected billets from the cutting table with the help of a hoist mounted on the cutting machine.
• Rejected materials should be clearly marked or labeled before being taken to the scrap pile; the reason for rejection, cast number, and weight should be recorded on the paperwork.
• Inspects the cut billets and performs the required quality checks.
• Forklift driving is required to complete the assignments.
• Reads and interprets work orders and blueprints.
• Works on projects simultaneously to maximize production efforts and eliminate downtime.
• Actively engages in safety for self and others within the facility, including holding internal customers and contractors responsible for best‑in‑class safety.
• Maintains equipment and supplies.
• Works with trade personnel and maintenance departments to sustain optimal productivity.
• Maintains a clean and organized work area with attention to quality and safety standards.
• Contributes to continuous improvement activities as needed.
• Follows directions of immediate supervisor and functional lead to complete daily tasks.
• Other duties as needed.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Minimum 1 year of forklift driving experience
• High School Diploma or GED
• Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations
• Works in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment

The pay for this position is $22.25 - $22.87. If hired, your base salary will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience. We also consider pay equity and internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer.