Plate Saw Operator (3rd shift)

Yarde Metals, Inc.; Southington (CT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Profit-sharing bonuses

Excellent medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with employer matching

Job summary

Yarde Metals, Inc. in Southington, CT is seeking a Plate Saw Operator for the third shift to set up and operate plate saws and safely process material per customer specs. The role requires forklift experience, basic measurement skills, and strict adherence to safety.

Responsibilities include organizing work orders, moving material with forklifts, performing first-piece inspections, and preparing products for shipment. Overtime and a background check may be required.

Qualifications

• Must be safety-conscious and able to operate heavy machinery.
• Forklift experience is required.
• Ability to read and interpret measurement tools (calipers, rulers).
• Basic arithmetic and unit conversions.
• Must read, understand, and follow work instructions in English.
• Willingness to work overtime and on third shift.

Responsibilities

• SAFETY FIRST! Organize work orders to efficiently process material.
• Transport material with forklifts/cranes across the warehouse.
• Set up machines: nozzles, speeds, feeds; measure with calipers and tape.
• Inspect first piece and in-process per quality plan.
• Stack, package, and protect finished products for shipment.
• Perform additional warehouse duties as directed.

Skills

Forklift experience

Warehouse operations

Reading measurements

Basic arithmetic

English reading/writing

Teamwork

Overtime willingness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Calipers

Job description

Plate Saw Operator (3rd shift) - Southington, CT

45 Newell Street, Southington, CT

Job ID: 2026.10.08-01

Number of Openings: 2

Job Summary

Yarde Metals is looking for plate saw operator to join our Operations Team. A plate saw operator sets up and operates plate saws and safely processes material according to customer specifications and requirements.

Job Responsibilities

• SAFETY FIRST!
• Organize work orders to efficiently process material.
• Transport material throughout the warehouse using forklifts and cranes.
• Set up machines by selecting appropriate nozzles, setting speeds, and feeds.
• Measure material using calipers, micrometers, and tape measures.
• Confirm source material processed is from the correct location and is the correct material.
• Conduct first piece and in-process inspections according to quality sampling plan.
• Stack and sort finished products for packaging.
• Pack and protect material for shipment.
• Clean saws according to maintenance procedures.
• Perform additional warehouse duties as directed by supervisor.

Requirements & Qualifications

***This is a SAFETY SENSITIVE position: requires operating heavy machinery.**

• History of working safely and productively.
• Warehouse, material handling, and forklift experience required.
• Previous machining or experience directly related to the duties of the position strong preferred.
• Basic arithmetic skills to calculate and convert decimals and fractions required.
• Must be able to read and understand basic measurement functions (ruler, caliper, etc.)
• Dependable, punctual, and works well with others.
• High school graduate or equivalent preferred.
• Must be able to read, understand, and carry out work instructions in English.
• Able to pass background check, drug screen, physical, meet physical requirements of the position.
• Ability to pass a human performance evaluation to meet physical requirements of the job (lifting up to 70 lbs., pushing, pulling, etc.)
• Willingness to work required overtime.

Benefits

• Competitive wages and bonuses
• Two Profit-Sharing Bonus potentials!
• The BEST medical insurance coverage!
• Anthem plan with low co-pays, deductibles, and weekly contributions!
• Dental and vision insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employer-paid life insurance and disability insurances
• Flexible Spending and Health Saving Accounts
• 401(k) Plan with 100% employer matching contribution
• Job posting program for career growth opportunities with a great company!

Amenities

• Free coffee
• Full onsite gym and locker rooms
• Billiard room
• Basketball court
• Outdoor patio and eating area

Yarde Metals is an Equal Opportunity Employer

EEO/Disabled/Veterans.

Yarde Metals Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.

Export Control Compliance & ITAR

Yarde Metals, Inc. works with technologies and materials subject to U.S. Government Export Control Laws and regulations. Upon hire, individuals must be available for work and in compliance with ITAR 22 CFR 120-130. Yarde Metals, Inc. reserves the right to inquire further on any matter bearing on the company's export compliance obligations.

Drug Testing is a Condition of Employment

Yarde Metals is a federal sub-contractor and is required to comply with the Drug Free Workplace Act of 1988 and as a result, prohibits the use of marijuana.