Saw Operator
About The Position
Join ENTEK in Henderson, Nevada. ENTEK is excited to welcome a Saw Operator to our team in Henderson, Nevada. If you enjoy working in a machine shop environment, operating industrial equipment, and supporting precision manufacturing operations, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career. As a Saw Operator, you’ll support machine shop operations by cutting raw materials to specification, preparing materials for machining, and maintaining equipment and work areas. You'll play an important role in ensuring production teams have the materials needed to support manufacturing schedules while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- Experience operating hack, band, and abrasive saws
- Basic math skills including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division
- Ability to read and follow written instructions
- Ability to read basic blueprints and manufacturing drawings
- Strong time-management and organizational skills
- Ability to multitask and prioritize work effectively
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
- Ability to communicate effectively and follow verbal instructions
- Ability to work safely in a manufacturing environment
Nice To Haves
- Experience operating a forklift
- Experience operating an overhead crane
- Proficiency using tape measures and basic measuring instruments
- Experience working in a machine shop or metal fabrication environment
- Basic print reading and material handling experience
Responsibilities
- Operate hack, band, and abrasive saws to cut materials according to production requirements
- Measure stock lengths and dimensions for straight and angle cuts
- Fulfill raw material requirements for machining operations
- Read blueprints, work instructions, and cutting specifications to ensure accuracy
- Debur and polish workpieces as needed
- Fill machine lubricants and cutting fluids
- Empty machine chip containers and maintain equipment cleanliness
- Assist with machine preventive maintenance (TPM) activities
- Support machine shop projects and operational improvement initiatives
- Maintain accurate measurements and material handling practices
- Operate forklifts and overhead cranes to safely move materials throughout the machine shop
- Utilize tape measures and precision measuring tools to verify material dimensions
- Maintain safe operations by following all safety procedures and regulations
- Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives including Kaizen events, 5S activities, and continuous improvement efforts
- Maintain a clean, organized, and efficient work environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
