Saw Operator

Job Description

Quest Specialty Products, Inc. has an immediate opening for first shift (Mon-Fri 6:00am-2:30pm) for Saw Operator with reliable manufacturing experience. Responsible for the setting up and operating of CNC saws to cut metal stock to dimensions according to product specifications. The ideal candidate for this role has 2+ years experience in the manufacturing sector, pays strong attention to detail and is committed to workplace safety.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Reads job order for specifications, such as material, type and size of stock, and dimensions to be cut and processes material according to the spec or customer requirements.

Obtains and transfers stock to machine, manually or with hoist

Installs saw blade and sets blade tension and cutting speed for specified operations

Sets stops and guides to control dimensions of cut, using steel rule and wrenches

Positions and secures stock against stops or in feeding device

Turns valve to start flow of coolant against cutting area

Starts machine and observes operation

Measures work for conformance to specifications, using rule

Marks identifying data on work piece(s) and corresponding bar stock

Performs equipment maintenance by replacing defective cutting blade or wheel

May be required to have experience with custom or production work or with particular material, product, size of work piece, or type or trade name of machine and be designated accordingly

Other Functions and Responsibilities:

Maintain equipment and work area in a clean and orderly condition

Perform other duties as assigned

Supports primary machine operation by providing material handling services (unloading chip bins, transporting bar stock/slugs, unload trucks, organize raw material inventory, etc.) done with the aid of heavy lifting equipment (tow motor, pallet jack, cranes, etc)

Skills Required:

Commitment to safety

Strong Motor Coordination, Finger Dexterity and Manual Dexterity

Strong Computer Skills

Ability to read blue prints and work orders

Can work well with others; work independently and as a team member

Detail oriented

Good Communication Skills

Job Type: Full-time

Education:

High School or equivalent (preferred)

Benefits Offered:

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401K

Full-time