Precision Saw Operator - Metals Service Center

Sunshine Metals; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Sunshine Metals is seeking a Saw Operator to operate plate and bar saws in our service center. The role requires precise measurement, efficient processing of customer orders, and safe operation of cranes and fork trucks.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 2+ years in saw/machinery work, and 1+ year in a metals service center. Proficiency with MS Office and strong communication are important to succeed in this role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two or more years of related experience or training with saws or machinery.
• One or more years in metals service center industry.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Strong organizational, problem solving and time management skills.
• Ability to measure using different tools and read numbers.
• Ability to work independently and follow directions.
• Maintain integrity and positive relations with coworkers, customers, and suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Operate one or more plate or bar saws as part of the service center.
• Process orders according to customer cut-to-size specifications.
• Ensure orders match specifications and are completed on time.
• Pull and stage material for processing at the saw.
• Retrieve material from plate racks using a fork truck.
• Measure material to exact requirements.
• Enter data for exact specifications into data entry forms.
• Safely operate cranes, fork lifts and rigging.
• Assist in packaging, receiving shipments and weekly inventory counts.
• Use measuring tools with precision (tape measures, micrometers, nibblers, calipers).
• Keep work area clean and organized throughout the day.
• Adhere to Sunshine Metals safety rules and handbook policies.

Skills

Attention to detail

Strong work ethic

Time management

Reading and interpreting numbers

Good communication

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Sunshine Metals is seeking a Saw Operator to operate plate and bar saws in our service center. The role requires precise measurement, efficient processing of customer orders, and safe operation of cranes and fork trucks.

Ideal candidates have a high school diploma, 2+ years in saw/machinery work, and 1+ year in a metals service center. Proficiency with MS Office and strong communication are important to succeed in this role.