Saw Operator - San Antonio

PMI-Pipe,-Steel-; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

PIPE MOVERS, INC. in San Antonio, TX is seeking a Saw Operator to set up and operate saw equipment to cut metal per work orders and precise measurements. You must read a tape measure, perform basic math, and maintain a clean, safe work area.

The role requires attention to quality, ability to identify defects, and teamwork with supervisors and coworkers. Prior band saw or chop saw experience in a warehouse/industrial setting is preferred; lifting up to 50 pounds and working around loud machinery

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a warehouse or industrial setting.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Familiar with modern warehousing practices.

Responsibilities

• Review work orders and gather the required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job
• Set up the saw machine and make adjustments for each job
• Set stops or guides to specified lengths
• Operate the saw machine safely and efficiently while monitoring for defects, equipment issues, or other problems
• Use measurement tools to verify cuts and ensure accuracy
• Inspect finished pieces for quality and report any discrepancies
• Help transport finished pieces to the designated area
• Maintain the saw and perform routine care and cleaning as required
• Maintain, organize, and clean the work area daily
• Notify the supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered
• Communicate and cooperate with supervisors and coworkers
• Follow quality service standards and comply with company procedures, rules, and regulations
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Saw operation safety

Read tape measure

Read and interpret work orders

Mathematics for measurement

Set stops/guides to length

Defect identification

Follow instructions

Equipment maintenance/cleaning

Tools

Band saw

Chop saw

Measurement tools

Job description

Position

Saw Operator - San Antonio

Location

San Antonio, TX

Job Id

517

# of Openings

1

PIPE MOVERS, INC.

Saw Operator - Job Description

Job Title

Saw Operator

Report to

Branch Manager

Position Summary

The Saw Operator is responsible for setting up and operating saw equipment to accurately cut metal and other products according to work orders and specified measurements. The Saw Operator must be able to read a tape measure, perform basic math, set stops and guides to the specified length, use measurement tools to ensure accuracy, identify defects or equipment issues, and maintain a clean and safe work area.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Review work orders and gather the required tools and materials based on instructions and specifications provided for the job
• Set up the saw machine and make adjustments for each job
• Set stops or guides to specified lengths
• Operate the saw machine safely and efficiently while monitoring for defects, equipment issues, or other problems
• Use measurement tools to verify cuts and ensure accuracy
• Inspect finished pieces for quality and report any discrepancies
• Help transport finished pieces to the designated area
• Maintain the saw and perform routine care and cleaning as required
• Maintain, organize, and clean the work area daily
• Notify the supervisor when faulty equipment or defective materials are discovered
• Communicate and cooperate with supervisors and coworkers
• Follow quality service standards and comply with company procedures, rules, and regulations
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Skills/Abilities

• Ability to safely operate saw equipment used for cutting metal and related products
• Ability to read and understand work orders and job instructions
• Ability to read a tape measure and use measurement tools accurately
• Basic understanding of mathematics as it relates to measuring and cutting materials
• Ability to set stops and guides to specified lengths
• Ability to identify defects, discrepancies, and equipment issues
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions
• Must participate in training for all new equipment required to perform the job

Education and Experience

• Experience operating a band saw and/or chop saw; 1-3 years preferred
• Proven working experience in a warehouse or industrial setting
• Familiar with modern warehousing practices and methods
• Good organizational and time management skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Follow company procedures and employee manual

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times
• Comfortable standing for long periods
• Must be able to climb, bend, walk, balance, and carry materials safely
• Able to work outdoors and around loud machinery
• Able to work on uneven surfaces
• Able to work in Texas weather i.e., heat, cold, dust, rain

NOTE: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the Saw Operator. These statements are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, tasks and skills required of an employee in this position. PIPE MOVERS, INC. reserves the right to require that other tasks be performed when warranted (for example, by emergencies, changes in personnel or workload, corporate reorganization, or technical development). PIPE MOVERS, INC. also reserves the right to revise this job description.

Pipe Movers, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer.