Saw Operator

Description

Description

Position Summary

The Saw Operator is responsible for safely and accurately preparing raw material for production by operating industrial saw equipment in accordance with work orders, material specifications, and established procedures. This role supports production readiness by ensuring material is correctly identified, cut to required dimensions, properly labeled, and accurately transacted within the ERP system.

The Saw Operator is responsible for maintaining material traceability throughout the cutting process and works closely with Materials Control, Production Control, Production, and Quality to ensure the correct material is available when required. The Saw Operator also serves as a qualified resource for training other Materials Control personnel in safe and proper saw operation as business needs require.

Key Responsibilities

1. Saw Operation & Material Cutting

Operate horizontal and vertical band saws and related material-cutting equipment safely and efficiently

Review work orders, drawings, cut instructions, and material requirements before beginning work

Measure and cut bar, plate, tubing, forgings, and other raw materials to specified dimensions and quantities

Select appropriate blades, speeds, feeds, and cutting methods based on material type and geometry

Verify cut dimensions using appropriate measuring equipment

Monitor equipment during operation and identify blade wear, abnormal conditions, or equipment issues

2. Material Identification & Traceability

Verify raw material type, alloy, size, heat/lot identification, and certification requirements before cutting

Maintain positive material identification and traceability throughout cutting, staging, and return-to-stock activities

Properly identify and label cut pieces, remnants, and work-order material

Prevent mixing or loss of traceability between different material lots or specifications

Escalate material identification or documentation discrepancies before processing material

3. Inventory & Material Control

Pull raw material from designated inventory locations according to authorized work requirements

Accurately perform ERP transactions associated with material issue, consumption, remnants, and inventory movement

Return usable remnants to appropriate inventory locations with correct identification and traceability

Report material shortages, discrepancies, excessive scrap, or inventory inaccuracies to Materials Control leadership

Support cycle counting and inventory accuracy activities as required

4. Production Support & Material Flow

Stage completed material for timely delivery to production work centers

Coordinate cutting priorities with Materials Control and Production Control based on production requirements

Support timely movement of raw material to minimize production delays

Communicate material, equipment, or capacity issues that could affect production readiness

5. Equipment Care & Work Area Organization

Perform routine operator-level inspection and preventive maintenance on saw equipment

Replace blades and perform basic machine adjustments within established procedures and qualifications

Maintain coolant levels, chip removal, and general equipment cleanliness

Report equipment problems requiring Maintenance support

Maintain an organized, clean, and safe raw-material and saw work area

6. Training & Team Support

Train designated Materials Control personnel in safe and proper saw setup, operation, material handling, measurement, and documentation practices

Reinforce material identification, traceability, and safety requirements during operator training

Assist Materials Control leadership in evaluating operator readiness and identifying additional training needs

Promote consistent execution of established saw operating procedures across trained personnel

7. Safety & Compliance

Follow established machine safety, material-handling, lockout/tagout, and PPE requirements

Safely operate forklifts, hoists, cranes, and other material-handling equipment when trained and authorized

Follow applicable procedures for handling sharp, heavy, or irregularly shaped materials

Maintain compliance with company quality, safety, material traceability, and documentation requirements

Execution Authority

The Saw Operator is authorized to:

Operate assigned saw and material-handling equipment within established qualifications

Cut and stage material in accordance with approved work orders and instructions

Perform required inventory and material transactions

Stop processing and escalate material, equipment, safety, or traceability concerns

Reject material from processing when identification or required documentation cannot be verified

Train designated Materials Control personnel in saw operation within established procedures and qualification requirements

The Saw Operator does not have authority to:

Substitute material types, alloys, specifications, or heat lots without appropriate authorization

Change production quantities or work-order requirements independently

Bypass material traceability or quality requirements

Operate equipment outside documented training or authorization

This position involves access to export-controlled information and/or items. To be eligible, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must be able to perform all job duties in compliance with U.S. export control laws and regulations without current or future employer-sponsored export authorization.

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications associated with this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or working conditions. Responsibilities and duties may change at any time based on business needs, and the employee may be required to perform other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required

Prior manufacturing, saw operation, warehouse, or material-handling experience preferred

Ability to read work orders, basic drawings, material specifications, and dimensional requirements

Ability to use tape measures, calipers, and other basic measuring equipment

Basic understanding of raw-material identification and manufacturing traceability preferred

ERP or inventory-system experience preferred

Forklift, hoist, or crane experience preferred; ability to obtain required certifications

Ability to effectively demonstrate work methods and train other employees

Strong attention to detail, organization, and safety awareness

Adherence to production cutting priorities

Effective training and qualification support of additional saw operators

Physical & Work Requirements

Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and frequently bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, and perform repetitive material-handling activities

Ability to lift, carry, push, or move materials, tools, and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds, with assistance or material-handling equipment used when appropriate

Ability to safely use ladders, forklifts, hoists, cranes, carts, and other material-handling equipment when trained and authorized

Ability to handle raw stock and cut materials that may have sharp edges or irregular shapes

Regular exposure to manufacturing conditions including noise, machinery, metal chips, cutting fluids, oils, temperature variation, and moving equipment

Ability and willingness to wear required PPE, including safety glasses, hearing protection, safety footwear, gloves when appropriate, and other task-specific protective equipment

Ability to work overtime, alternate shifts, or weekends when required by production and operational needs