SAW OPERATOR

MI Metals Inc•Smyrna, TN

3h•Onsite

About The Position

MI Metals, Inc. is a leading aluminum extrusion company headquartered in Oldsmar, Florida, with four manufacturing plants located in Arizona, Florida, Georgia, and Tennessee. As a business-to-business (B2B) company, we specialize in providing high-quality aluminum extrusion products to various industries. Our mission is to deliver quality extrusions and service that exceed customer expectations while staying true to our core values: Safety, Environment, Quality, Customer Service, Cost Management, and Team Integrity.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED required.
Can read tape measure down to 1/32”.
High level of mechanical aptitude.
A demonstrated understanding of tape measures.
Ability to monitor gauges, dials, or other indicators to ensure equipment is working correctly.
Ability to problem-solve and troubleshoot mechanical issues.
Ability to walk and stand for the entirety of shift.
Must be able to work in seasonal heat.
Must be able to read, write, and speak English.

Nice To Haves

How to use protractors and calipers a plus.

Responsibilities

Responsible for visually checking the saw and guards to ensure the saw is in safe working condition.
Adjust saws gauge to required cut length as specified by customer.
Load extrusions onto saw deck.
Perform quality checks according to the documented procedure and checks tolerances.
Check the squareness of cuts.
Checks lubrication levels and performs light preventive maintenance.
Able to clear machine jams and make machine adjustments.
Possess a working knowledge of methods and techniques of saw operation.
Maintains a clean and orderly workplace.
Operates Saws to meet daily output goals and always maintain efficiency goals.
Monitors equipment to ensure maximum uptime.
Manufactures quality parts to meet production schedule quantities and dates and audits parts throughout the manufacturing process to meet quality standards.
Develop an understanding of and continuously improve the performance of the aluminum cutting process.
Work cooperatively with other operators and supervisors to achieve maximum production capabilities.
Observe safety rules and practices and report any unsafe acts or conditions to the Supervisor.
Ensures all quality documents are completed and turned in on time.
Maintain clean, safe, well-organized workstation and surrounding area.
Consistently adhere to and support company policies and procedures, including safety, environmental, and quality standards.