SAW OPERATOR

Summit Steel is currently hiring for a full-time saw operator. Employees at Summit Steel enjoy a friendly, family-style work environment. We offer flexibility in work hours, variety, and opportunities for advancement.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Set-up, operate, and maintain the vertical band saw

  • Load and unload the saw station using overhead cranes and forklift

  • Prepare steel beams and measure exact length before it is cut to specifications

  • Saw steel materials to specifications as outlined in work orders, blueprints, and/or drawings

  • Inspect and measure finished pieces for accuracy

  • Record number of units handled or moved, using daily production sheets or work tickets

  • Ensure the saw station and surrounding work areas are safe, clean, and well-organized

  • Routine machine maintenance including but not limited to blade inspection and replacement, blade tension adjustment, cooling system inspection

  • Stack, label, and organize parts per job specifications

  • Use good judgment, follow instructions, and have good problem-solving abilities

  • Assist in other areas of the shop as needed: painting, cleaning, grinding, inventory, welding, etc.

Requirements:

  • 1 or more years of machine operation experience preferred

  • Must know how to read a tape measure

  • Regular, consistent & timely attendance is required

  • Vertical band saw experience preferred but not required

  • Ability to operate overhead cranes, forklifts, and other related heavy equipment preferred but not required

  • Welding, brake press, shear, and/or machining experience preferred but not required

  • Familiar with shop/fabrication drawings and blueprint interpretation preferred but not required

  • High school diploma or GED preferred

Expectations of Employees:

  • Maintain a clean and organized work area

  • Utmost attention to safety

  • Good attendance and punctuality

  • Concern for quality

  • Attention to detail

Traits of Successful Employees:

  • Exhibition of good communication skills when working with fellow employees

  • Ability to tolerate physical demands of the position

  • Ability to complete tasks according to the planned schedule

  • Willingness to help out where needed

Employee Benefits:

  • Health Insurance

  • Company paid life insurance, ST/LT disability

  • Simple IRA account with 3% company match

  • Paid vacation

  • Paid holidays