Saw Operator- Terre Haute - Westfield Steel - Terre Haute, IN
Position Overview The purpose of this position is to operate a saw machine to close tolerances in a metal production environment. This position is responsible for loading the material so that it can be cut, mainly on band saws. Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities Works to supply products and services that meet or exceed the customers’ expectations. Follows the documented quality systems and processes that are continually being improved to satisfy our customers’ needs. Unload truck and place material in the appropriate locations as needed. Plan and coordinate material usage, drops, and cuts. Set up, operate, or tend saws and machines that cut or trim material to specified dimensions, such as circular saws, band saws. Adjust saw blades, using wrenches and rulers, or turning hand wheels or pressing pedals, levers, or panel buttons. Inspect and measure work pieces to mark for cuts and to verify the accuracy of the cuts, using tape measures or rulers. Operate panel boards of saw and conveyor systems to move stock through processes, and to cut stock to specified dimensions. Select saw blades, types and grades of stock, and cutting procedures to be used, according to work orders or supervisors’ instructions. Guide work pieces against saws, saw over work pieces by hand, or operate automatic feeding devices to guide cuts. Package material as specified by the work instructions. Assists warehouse and fab shop in various duties to help production. May assist Production Supervisor or Lead Man in other duties or special projects as needed. Critical Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Production and Processing: Knowledge of raw materials, production processes, quality control, costs, and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods. Mechanical: Knowledge of machines and tools, including their designs, uses, repair, and maintenance. Mathematics: Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and their applications. Operation Monitoring : Watching gauges, dials, or other indicators to make sure a machine is working properly. Handling and Moving Objects: Using hands and arms in handling, installing, positioning, and moving materials, and manipulating objects. Controlling Machines and Processes: Using either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes. Safety and Security; Knowledge of relevant equipment, policies, procedures, and strategies to promote effective safety for the protection of people and property. Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates: Providing information to supervisors, co-workers, and subordinates by telephone, in written form, e-mail, or in person. Monitor Processes, Materials, or Surroundings : Monitoring and reviewing information from materials, events, or the environment, to detect or assess problems. Judging the Qualities of Things, Services, or People: Assessing the value, importance, or quality of things or people. Inspecting Equipment, Structures, or Material: Inspecting equipment, structures, or materials to identify the cause of errors or other problems or defects. Tools : Personal protective equipment (hardhat, safety glasses, steel-toed boots, gloves, etc.), bevels, planning machines, power saws, saw machines, and welding tools. Qualifications NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this position. It is not constructed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, and requirements. The incumbent may be required to perform other duties as assigned. Management reserves the right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Keywords: saw; saw operator; 1st shift; Terre Haute; production; warehouse; steel; steel products; |
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Westfield Steel, Inc. was founded in 1977. The company started in a small area of a building, which has since expanded to our corporate…
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