Saw Operator

Terex Corporation•Ephrata, PA

About The Position

The Saw Operator identifies appropriate metal materials and cuts them to required specifications. The role involves selecting materials, operating saw equipment, ensuring product quality, and maintaining a safe and productive work environment. The operator reads saw packages and truck specification documents, selects aluminum, stainless steel, or steel as specified, cuts materials with vertical band saws, marks and stores completed materials, and performs inspections. The position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, though the associate may assist with training new team members.

Requirements

High school diploma or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Ability to use basic hand and power tools.
Ability to lift up to 40 pounds.
Ability to convert decimals to fractions.
Ability to identify various types of metal materials.
Ability to read and accurately use a tape measure to measurements as precise as 1/16 inch.
Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
Ability to maintain attendance in accordance with company guidelines.
Ability to retain and apply work instructions.
Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
Ability to work overtime with short notice when required.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and processes.
Basic computer skills.
Basic math skills, including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to read and understand truck specification documents.
Ability to communicate effectively in English.
Ability to work safely and follow all safety guidelines.
Self-motivated, with the ability to work independently after training.
Ability to perform duties with minimal supervision after an initial training period.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, handle and operate objects, tools, and controls, communicate verbally and hear effectively, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel, crawl, and maneuver around equipment.
Ability to work from ladders and at heights up to 11 feet above ground level, and in environments where vibration may be present.
Frequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds and frequently move up to 25 pounds; occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds, the maximum one-person lift allowance.
Close vision, peripheral vision, color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

Responsibilities

Read saw packages to determine the materials and lengths to be cut.
Identify materials from work instructions and select aluminum, stainless steel, or steel as specified.
Operate vertical band saws to cut material to required specifications.
Mark materials with truck number, tube length, and application information.
Place completed materials in designated storage racks.
Perform self-inspections and verify the quality of prior processes.
Meet established production goals and performance standards.
Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
Identify and implement process improvement opportunities when possible.
Work in close proximity to customers as needed.
Operate equipment and tools necessary to perform assigned duties.
Assist other team members and departments as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
May assist with training new team members on specific job duties and processes.