Saw Operator

Laitram Machine Shop provides high-value machining and related services to the Laitram divisions and select outside customers.

• Operate CNC, manual saws efficiently with minimal or no scrap, follow production schedules, shop orders and drawings per department Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)
• Review and understand drawings, routings, material and work instructions prior to production preventing/reducing scrap
• Transact, issue, prepare and deliver completed product per department Standard Operating Procedures
• Complete all transactions efficiently and correctly
• Safely and efficiently move material and equipment with the use of overhead cranes or forklifts
• Recommend and complete Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for process improvements
• Complete 5S initiatives, keeping the department organized and cleaned daily
• It is essential that this position is performed at the facility.

• Experience using manufacturing equipment
• Experience operating a forklift
• Must be a self-managed with the ability to trouble shoot and resolve issues
• Work flexible or overtime hours to meet production schedules
• Safely and efficiency use overhead cranes and forklift to perform daily job functions
• Mechanically inclined with basic math skills
• Must be able to work under the stress of deadlines and meeting downstream customer dates
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills with attention to detail
• Must be computer literate with the use of Microsoft Word and Outlook
• Must be able to perform the essential job requirements identified in the Functional Job Description for this position, including the ability to lift and move 47 lbs
• Press operating experience
• CNC and manual saw operating experience
• Work experience in a manufacturing environment