General Assembly - Saw - CAL

Saw Operator

Mac Lean Power Systems (MPS) is a leading manufacturer of engineered products and solutions used in the maintenance, repair, upgrade, and construction of transmission, distribution, and substation infrastructure. LEADING THE WAY™ in innovation, MPS is dedicated to keeping the power infrastructure performing optimally by supplying world-class solutions to fulfill the needs of customers who maintain electrical services to consumers worldwide. We operate seventeen facilities across North America and continually invest in our manufacturing capabilities to better serve our customers.

The Saw Operator is responsible for safely setting up and operating industrial saw equipment to cut raw materials to specified dimensions in support of production requirements. This position requires attention to detail, the ability to read work orders and measurements, and a strong commitment to safety, quality, and productivity.

The Saw Operator will inspect materials, verify measurements, perform basic equipment checks, and ensure completed materials meet required specifications before moving to the next stage of production.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Set up and operate industrial saw equipment to cut metal and other materials according to work orders, drawings, and production specifications.
• Measure and verify material dimensions using tape measures, calipers, gauges, or other measuring tools.
• Review work orders and production instructions to determine material type, dimensions, quantity, and cutting requirements.
• Load, position, secure, and remove materials from saw equipment safely.
• Select appropriate saw settings, speeds, feeds, and blades based on material and job requirements.
• Inspect completed cuts for accuracy, quality, and conformance to specifications.
• Identify and report defective materials, equipment issues, or quality concerns to the appropriate supervisor.
• Perform routine equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance, including checking blades, fluids, guards, and other components.
• Replace or assist with replacing saw blades and tooling as needed and when properly trained and authorized.
• Maintain accurate production counts and complete required production documentation.
• Properly identify, label, and organize cut materials for downstream production processes.
• Minimize material waste and scrap by following established cutting plans and procedures.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area in accordance with 5S and housekeeping standards.
• Follow all company safety procedures, including required PPE, machine guarding, lockout/tagout procedures, and safe material-handling practices.
• Participate in safety meetings, training, continuous improvement activities, and other departmental initiatives.
• Work cooperatively with production, quality, maintenance, warehouse, and other departments to meet production goals.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous manufacturing, machine operation, saw operation, metal fabrication, or related industrial experience preferred.
• Experience operating band saws, cold saws, or similar industrial cutting equipment is preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read and understand work orders, production instructions, and basic drawings or specifications.
• Ability to accurately use a tape measure and other basic measuring instruments.
• Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, fractions, and decimals.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to recognize equipment or material conditions that may create a safety or quality concern.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing effectively as part of a production team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and meet established production expectations.
• Dependable attendance and punctuality.

Physical Requirements

• Regularly stand and walk for extended periods throughout the work shift.
• Frequently use hands and arms to handle, position, and operate materials, tools, and equipment.
• Frequently bend, reach, push, pull, twist,…