Saw Operator

Deshazo; Azle, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 36,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Deshazo is seeking a skilled saw machine operator for metalworking operations. You will set up and operate metal-sawing machines, read dimensions, and ensure precise cuts.

We value strong mechanical abilities, teamwork, and a willingness to learn. A high school diploma or equivalent is required; safety training will be provided.

Physical effort includes standing for long periods and lifting up to 50 lbs; overtime may be required to meet production schedules.

Qualifications

• Possess strong mechanical abilities.
• Must be able to work as a team in collaborative environment.
• Willing to learn new processes and equipment.

Responsibilities

• Sets up and operates metal-sawing machines.
• Understand the dimensions and footage when making a cut.
• Installs saw blade and sets blade tension and cutting speed for specified operation.
• Perform quality checks on part to ensure machines are running properly.
• Sets Saw blade angle to obtain desired angle cuts.

Skills

Strong mechanical abilities

Teamwork

Willingness to learn

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

Description

The ideal candidate should have experience as a saw machine operator, saw operator, or previous experience from a sawmill.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Sets up and operates metal-sawing machines.
• Understand the dimensions and footage when making a cut.
• Installs saw blade and sets blade tension and cutting speed for specified operation.
• Perform quality checks on part to ensure machines are running properly.
• Sets Saw blade angle to obtain desired angle cuts.

Requirements

• Possess strong mechanical abilities.
• Must be able to work as a team in collaborative environment.
• Willing to learn
• High School Diploma or equivalent

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods throughout the workday.
• Ability to frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist while operating equipment and handling materials.
• Ability to frequently lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds independently and heavier materials with assistance or material-handling equipment.
• Ability to safely load, position, secure, and unload raw materials such as steel, aluminum, plate, pipe, tubing, and structural components.
• Ability to use hands and fingers to operate machine controls, measuring devices, hand tools, and material-handling equipment.
• Ability to perform repetitive motions involving the hands, wrists, arms, shoulders, and back throughout the workday.
• Ability to maintain visual acuity sufficient to read work orders, blueprints, measuring instruments, cut lists, and machine controls.
• Ability to distinguish measurements, markings, and material specifications to ensure accurate cuts and quality standards.
• Ability to safely operate overhead cranes, forklifts, pallet jacks, and other material-handling equipment when trained and authorized.
• Ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and production personnel.
• Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE), including safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, steel-toed footwear, face shields, and other safety equipment as required.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and work overtime as needed to meet production schedules.

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