Saw Operator

General Plastics & Composites LP•Houston, TX

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The Saw Operator is responsible for setting up and operating power saws to cut materials to required lengths or contours according to specifications. This role involves reviewing work orders and specifications, installing saw blades, setting machine parameters, and ensuring the quality and accuracy of the finished product. The operator will also perform basic preventative maintenance, maintain a clean and safe work area, and report any safety concerns or product defects.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
Set up and operate power saws (wet, band, or circular) to cut materials to required lengths or contours according to specifications.
Install appropriate saw blades for material type, set stop gauges, saw speeds, and indexing mechanisms for accurate positioning.
Review Work Orders, Drawings, and ITP specifications to determine dimensions, tolerances, sequence of operations, and setup requirements.
Perform basic preventative maintenance at the workstation as required.
Maintain equipment and ensure the work area is clean, organized, and safe at all times.
Knowledge of machines, setup procedures, operational methods, material identification, production requirements, and measurements.
Ability to read and follow Work Orders accurately.
Ability to use required measuring instruments.
Basic math skills for production calculations.
Ability to verify conformance of finished parts to specifications.
Comply with all company policies and procedures, including Health, Safety, and Quality Assurance standards.
Report injuries, accidents, near misses, or unsafe conditions to a supervisor or manager immediately.
Monitor products for defects and report non-conformances to supervisor and Quality Control.
Attention to detail, reliability, and commitment to maintaining a safe and clean work environment.
Ability to lift, carry, push, or pull materials and parts, often ranging from 20–50 lbs. (sometimes heavier with assistance).
Ability to stand for long periods, often 6–8 hours per shift, and perform repetitive motions such as cutting, measuring, and feeding materials.
Skillful hand-eye coordination for operating saws, adjusting machinery, and handling small components or measuring instruments.
Ability to read work orders, drawings, and measurement tools accurately; detect defects or irregularities in materials.
Ability to bend, reach, and maneuver around equipment safely.
Adequate hearing to follow verbal instructions and recognize warning signals or alarms.

Responsibilities

Comply with all company policies and procedures including Health, Safety and Quality Assurance.
Report injuries, accidents, near misses or unsafe conditions to a supervisor or Manager immediately.
Set up and operate power saws (wet, band or circular) to cut material to required lengths or contour in accordance with specifications.
Install saw blades prescribed for type of material, set stop gauges, saw speeds and indexing mechanisms such as may be provided for automatic positioning of materials.
Review Work Orders, Drawings, and ITP specifications to determine dimensions and tolerances of part/product, sequence of operations and/or set up requirements.
Verify conformance of finished part to ensure that it meets specifications.
Monitor product for any possible defects and report to supervisor and QC.
Perform basic preventative maintenance at the station as required.
Maintains equipment and ensures work area is clean and safe at all times.
Able to read and follow work orders.
Able to use required measuring instruments.