Saw Operator 2nd Shift M-F 2pm-10:30 pm

Reliance, Inc.; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 24,796 - 35,817; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Life and AD&D insurance

PTO and holidays

Job summary

Reliance, Inc. seeks a Saw Operator in Wichita to support operations of a leading aerospace metal distributor.

You will set up and operate band and plate saws, ensure material specifications, and maintain quality and safety standards in a team environment. Responsibilities include reading work orders, transferring stock, setting cutting speeds, performing measurements with calipers and tapes, and data entry for inventory.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent minimum.
• Ability to quickly learn multiple functions in a complex industry.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of operating industrial equipment, Band saws preferred.
• Good mathematical skills, including measurements.
• Knowledge of OSHA guidelines and safe work practices.
• Ability to use and read measuring equipment such as calipers and measuring tape.
• Ability to operate a crane/forklift.
• Self-motivated and can act on own initiative.
• Experienced working to targets and deadlines.
• Adaptable and have a positive attitude towards change.
• Motivated, communicative and goal oriented.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate band saws to cut aluminum, alloy, stainless steels, titanium, and other exotic metals to specified dimensions.
• Read work order for specifications, like material, type and size of stock and dimensions to be cut.
• Retrieve material and transfer stock to band saws manually, with forklift, or by crane.
• Install saw blades in band saws and set blade cutting speed for specified operation.
• Removal of band saw blades.
• Follow all work instructions pertaining to job.
• Input data to set band saw parameters based on shop order specifications.
• May manually position material using back stops in band saw.
• Turn valve to start flow of coolant against cutting area.
• Operate band saw and observe cutting operation.
• Measure work for conformance to specifications, using ruler, tape measure, and measuring calipers.
• Mark identifying data on product.
• Move material with forklift/crane.
• Data input into computer inventory system.
• Follow all quality inspections and quality requirements regarding work orders and Quality Procedure Manual.
• Follow all JSA's for equipment worked.
• Follow all Safety procedures.

Skills

High school diploma

Teamwork

Mechanical aptitude

Calipers reading

Crane/Forklift operation

Mathematical skills

OSHA knowledge

Measuring equipment use

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Tools

Band saws

Crane/Forklift

Calipers

Job description

Job Summary

Service Steel Aerospace (SSA) is a leading global distributor of high-performance aerospace metals, including stainless steel, titanium, and specialty alloys. With 50 years of experience, SSA supports the aerospace, defense, and advanced manufacturing industries with quality materials and reliable service.

We are committed to delivering excellence through strong customer partnerships, technical expertise, and a focus on safety and continuous improvement. Join a growing company where your work directly supports critical industries worldwide.

We are looking for a Saw Operator to join our team in Wichita.

2nd Shift: Mon - Friday 2:00 pm to 10:30 pm.

Responsibilities

The Saw Operator is responsible for pulling material/verifying, processing material through band saw and plate saws, performing all work order requirements, meeting all production lead time and quality control measures, while maintaining a clean and safe environment.

• Set up and operate band saws to cut aluminum, alloy, stainless steels, titanium, and other exotic metals to specified dimensions.
• Read work order for specifications, like material, type and size of stock and dimensions to be cut.
• Retrieve material and transfer stock to band saws manually, with forklift, or by crane.
• Install saw blades in band saws and set blade cutting speed for specified operation.
• Removal of band saw blades.
• Follow all work instructions pertaining to job.
• Input data to set band saw parameters based on shop order specifications.
• May manually position material using back stops in band saw.
• Turn valve to start flow of coolant against cutting area.
• Operate band saw and observe cutting operation.
• Measure work for conformance to specifications, using ruler, tape measure, and measuring calipers.
• Mark identifying data on product.
• Move material with forklift/crane.
• Data input into computer inventory system.
• Follow all quality inspections and quality requirements regarding work orders and Quality Procedure Manual.
• Follow all JSA's for equipment worked.
• Follow all Safety procedures.

Physical Requirements

Walk(Move, Traverse), Use hand/fingers to handle or feel (Operate, Activate, Use, Prepare, Inspect, Place, Detect, Position), Climb (stairs/ladders) or balance (Ascend/Descend, Work atop, Traverse), Stoop, kneel, crouch, or Crawl(Position self(to), Move), See (Detect, Determine, Perceive, Identify, Recognize, Judge, Observe, Inspect, Estimate, Assess), Pushing or Pulling, Reaching, Repetitive Motion, Talk/hear(Communicate, Detect, Converse with, Discern, Convey, Express oneself, Exchange information)

Function in the Job

Medium work - Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Required Skills

• High School diploma or equivalent minimum.
• Ability to quickly learn multiple functions in a complex industry.
• Must be able to work in a team environment.
• Knowledge of operating industrial equipment, Band saws preferred.
• Good mathematical skills, including measurements.
• Knowledge of OSHA guidelines and safe work practices.
• Ability to use and read measuring equipment such as calipers and measuring tape.
• Ability to operate a crane/forklift.
• Self-motivated and can act on own initiative.
• Experienced working to targets and deadlines.
• Adaptable and have a positive attitude towards change.
• Motivated, communicative and goal oriented.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage with affordable employee contribution rates.
• 401(k) plan with company match up to 4%.
• Life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including counseling, legal, and financial support.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and 8 paid holidays.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for healthcare and dependent care.
• Wellness incentives and access to LiveHealth Online.
• Employee discount program with over 30,000 deals.
• Community engagement and volunteer opportunities.

EEO/Disabled/Veterans

Service Steel Aerospace 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.

Service Steel Aerospace is part of the Reliance Family of Companies.

EEO Statement

Reliance, Inc. IS A DRUG-FREE WORK ENVIRONMENT EEO/DISABILITY/VETERAN