Saw Operator (Shift: Weekday Nights)

Smithsgroup2; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Night shift differential

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Smiths Group in Pasadena, TX is seeking an experienced Saw Operator for a full-time night shift on-site. You will operate and set up band, cold, and chop saws to meet precise cut specifications, inspect parts, and report issues to supervisors.

You will also perform basic maintenance, material handling, and keep accurate records. The role requires reading blueprints, following safety procedures, and good communication skills.

Qualifications

• Operate and maintain industrial saws to cut materials per specifications.
• Read and interpret blueprints/technical drawings.
• Follow safety procedures and wear PPE.
• Perform basic math for setting stops and guides.
• Communicate effectively with team members.
• Demonstrate physical ability to lift/move materials.
• Saw operator certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and set up band, cold, and chop saws for varied materials and specs.
• Perfom quality checks on finished parts and report issues.
• Maintain/inspect equipment, change blades, and lubricate as needed.
• Handle materials, assist with packing and transporting finished pieces.
• Keep production records and maintain a clean, organized workspace.
• Adhere to all safety protocols and promote a safe work environment.

Skills

Saw operation

Blueprint reading

Safety procedures

Mathematical skills

Communication

Physical strength

Saw certification

Job description

• Operate and maintain industrial saws to cut materials accurately per specifications. Responsibilities include quality checks, basic machine maintenance, and following safety protocols. Support production through material handling, recordkeeping, and effective team communication.
• Operate and set up various saws (e.g., band saws, cold saws, chop saws) for different materials and cut specifications.
• Ensure accurate cuts using stops, guides, and precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers).
• Inspect finished parts for quality and report any issues to supervisors.
• Monitor equipment performance and perform routine maintenance (e.g., blade changes, lubrication).
• Follow all safety protocols and wear required PPE.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area.
• Load/unload materials and assist with packing and transporting finished pieces.
• Maintain production records and communicate effectively with team members.

Schedule: Monday - Thursday 6:00 pm to 6:00 am

This is a full-time night-shift position performed entirely on-site at the Pasadena manufacturing facility.

Employees assigned to the qualifying night shift receive an additional shift differential.

Candidates must be able to work the assigned weekend schedule. Occasional overtime or adjusted hours may be required based on production needs.

Pasadena Facility Features

• Clean and professionally maintained
• Well illuminated throughout the production areas
• Fully heated and air-conditioned for year-round employee comfort
• Organized to support safe and efficient manufacturing
• Equipped with modern machinery, tooling, and production resources
• Maintained to reflect the professional, world-class standards of John Crane
• Our operators work in a high-quality manufacturing environment designed to support safety, productivity, precision, and employee comfort.

• Experience operating band saws, cold saws, chop saws and related equipment in a machine shop setting.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of safety procedures and regulations.
• Basic math skills for setting stops and guides.
• Good communication skills.
• Physical ability to lift and move materials.
• Saw operator certification a plus.

With colleagues stretching across the globe, we are proud of our diversity. To foster inclusivity, we run employee resource groups (ERG's) to provide a safe space for employees to connect and support each other. Our cross-business ERG's include Veterans, Pride Network, Black Employee Network, Women@Work Network, and Neurodiversity.

Across our company, we recognize excellence, culminating in the Smiths Excellence Awards, our annual celebration of the most extraordinary activities, people, and projects that best showcase our strengths and help drive our business forward. We announce these on our annual Smiths Day, a global celebration of Smiths around our network.

Join us for a great career with competitive compensation and benefits, while helping engineer a better future.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.