CNC Saw Operator

Laser Tech LLC•Riverside, CA

107d•$25 - $28•Onsite

About The Position

The CNC Saw Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of Amada CNC band saws and related cutting equipment. The role includes programming, setting up, and operating automated saws to cut metal bar stock, tube, structural shapes, and plate to precise specifications. The operator ensures parts meet dimensional tolerances, maintains equipment, and keeps the work area clean and safe.

Requirements

High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
At least 1–2 years of experience operating CNC or manual band saws in a manufacturing environment.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, work orders, and cut lists.
Proficiency with precision measuring tools, including calipers, tape measures, and angle finders.
Basic math skills, including fractions, decimals, and geometric calculations.
Knowledge of safe material-handling practices.
Ability to stand and walk on concrete floors for the duration of an 8–10 hour shift.
Ability to frequently lift, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds; team lifting is required for heavier loads.
Ability to occasionally bend, kneel, and reach to load or unload equipment and perform maintenance.
Ability to work around metalworking fluids, cutting coolant, metal chips, and noise levels requiring hearing protection.
Ability to wear required PPE throughout the shift.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating Amada CNC saw equipment, including HFA series, PCSAW, or equivalent.
Familiarity with Amada AMNC or similar CNC control interfaces.
Experience cutting ferrous and non-ferrous metals, alloy steels, or stainless steel.
Forklift or overhead crane certification; certification may be obtained.
Completion of a vocational program in machining or manufacturing technology.

Responsibilities

Set up and operate Amada CNC band saws, including HFA and PCSAW series, and related cutting equipment.
Load and interpret cut programs and enter parameters such as feed rate, blade speed, and cutting angles.
Secure material with clamps, vises, and fixtures, and adjust stops and length gauges.
Adjust saw angles for miter and compound cuts as required.
Monitor cutting operations for blade wear, deflection, and quality deviations, making real-time corrections.
Read work orders, blueprints, cut lists, and job travelers to determine cutting specifications.
Identify and stage raw materials, including solid bar, hollow bar, tube, pipe, angle iron, flat bar, and structural sections.
Use overhead cranes, forklifts, or other material-handling equipment to load and unload stock.
Bundle, tag, and stage cut parts according to job and route-card requirements.
Minimize material waste through efficient nesting and cut sequencing.
Measure parts with calipers, tape measures, squares, and angle finders to verify dimensional accuracy.
Inspect cut surfaces for burrs, squareness, and finish, and remove sharp edges as required.
Complete first-article and in-process inspection documentation.
Identify and quarantine non-conforming material and communicate defects to a supervisor.
Perform pre-operation checks of blade tension, guide bearings, coolant level, and hydraulic fluid.
Change saw blades, clean coolant tanks, and clear chip conveyors according to the preventive maintenance schedule.
Log machine hours and maintenance activities in the maintenance tracking system.
Keep the work area clean, sweep chips, and dispose of coolant waste according to environmental guidelines.
Follow company safety policies, OSHA standards, and lockout/tagout procedures.
Wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, steel-toed boots, hearing protection, and cut-resistant gloves.
Participate in safety audits, training, and incident investigations as required.
Immediately report unsafe conditions and near-miss events to a supervisor.