Saw Operator

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Wakefield Thermal is part of the Heico Companies. Wakefield Thermal is a global leader in innovative thermal management solutions for a diverse range of markets. Building on over four decades of leadership and experience, Wakefield Thermal designs, manufactures, and sells thermal management products that remove excess heat generated by electronic components.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Selects appropriate saw blades according to type of cut and bolts blade to machine shaft.
• Positions rams and stop on machine table according to specifications of cut.
• Starts machine, places metal against guides and sets feed.
• Performs end cut and cycles one part.
• Measures cut stock from machine using height gage, caliper or square to verify against specifications.
• Maintains production count.
• Inspects and loads data into computer for tracking when applicable.
• Monitors machine fluid level.
• Ensures quality of parts before forwarding them to the next operation.
• Reports any unsafe conditions to Supervisor/Management.
• Responsible for cleanliness of his/her own work area and the general housekeeping of the Company.
• Other duties as assigned.

Experience

• High School Diploma, or General Education Degree (GED).
• Previous manufacturing experience preferred.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk and sit. The employee will use hands to handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl, talk or hear.

The employee is frequently required to sit and to use a computer keyboard with mouse for long periods of time. The employee will occasionally lift and/or move 25 pounds.

Work Environment

Work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job in the Plant or Warehouse, the employee is exposed to noise and aluminum particles. The noise level is usually moderate, but hearing protection may be required in designated areas.

The employee is required to wear safety glasses when in the plant. Conditions in remote locations vary, depending on the job requirements.

• Entry level

• Full-time

• Management and Manufacturing

• Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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