Saw Operator

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Full Time Ogden, UT, US

Petersen offers a competitive benefits package which includes 4x10 work schedule, food market breakrooms. Competitive wage, quarterly bonuses, referral bonuses for selected positions. Wellness program, medical, dental, vision, disability, life, 401k with employer match. Paid time off, and holiday pay. On the job training programs and training reimbursement. We also offer multiple team member engagement activities and community events.

• Operates manual and automatic metal cutting band saws
• Cuts various materials as outlined on project
• Able to recognize and maintain color coding of material
• Keep work area organized to eliminate the possibility of mixing material types
• Maintains proper measurements/time on projects

• Be able to teach and train others

• Must be able to sequence projects in order of importance
• Good knowledge of shop tools and machines
• Good knowledge of different material types
• Must have basic math skills including: decimal points, fractions, tape measurement readings
• Basic blueprint reading skills a plus
• Ability to read and write in English
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Ability to gauge the quality of the finished product and ensure it is up to Petersen’s standards
• Ability to operate a forklift
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of the types and capabilities of saws.
• Ability to interpret and translate job specifications.

• Must be able to communicate what is needed by planners
• Interacts with other machinist and toolmakers on a daily basis
• Must be able to understand implicit and explicit instructions and react favorably in all work situations
• Must be able to resolve problems, handle conflict, and make effective decisions under pressure

• Lifting of up to 49 lbs.
• Standing
• Stooping

• Must not pose a direct threat or significant risk of substantial harm to the safety or health of himself/herself or others
• Must be committed to a high standard of safety and be willing and able to comply with all safety laws and all of the employer’s safety policies and rules and must be willing to report safety violations and potential safety violations to appropriate supervisory or management personnel.

• Vertical band saw
• Horizontal band saw
• Chop saw

• Must maintain regular and acceptable attendance at such level as is determined in the employer’s sole discretion.
• Must be available and willing to work overtime as the employer determines is necessary or desirable to meet its business needs.

No travel is required

Works in a typical machine shop surrounding. Incoming material may be dirty and/or oily. Working conditions vary according to weather.

Ability to be proactive and look for new and more efficient ways to complete the job will contribute to the employee’s success.

Note:

Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time

Petersen is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.

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Petersen participates in E-Verify, the federal program for electronic verifications of employment eligibility.