Team Member, General Laborer, Entry-Level Manufacturing

COMPX SECURITY PRODUCTS•Neenah, WI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Custom Marine is hiring a Saw Operator for its Neenah, Wisconsin facility. The company manufactures engineered stainless steel exhaust headers, exhaust pipes, mufflers, and other marine and industrial components. The Saw Operator cuts mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and other raw materials to specification. The role involves reading blueprints and work instructions, setting up and operating production saws, verifying cut dimensions, deburring pieces, and handling materials. The operator may also expand and notch tubing, operate a punch press, use an overhead crane, and help unload and store steel deliveries using a forklift. The position requires maintaining an organized work area and following safety and production instructions.

Requirements

Ability to read blueprints and understand tolerances.
Ability to read a tape measure, calipers, and other machine-tolerance measuring tools.
Ability to follow instructions and measure accurately.
Ability to operate a variety of production saws.
Ability to use hand and power tools.
Basic machine-operating skills on manual and semi-automated equipment.
High mechanical aptitude.
Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
Ability to adapt to a fast-paced environment.
Ability to stand, bend, twist, and turn for a minimum of 10 hours a day.
Ability to lift or move 50 pounds.
Willingness to work a minimum of 40 hours per week.

Responsibilities

Accurately saw mild steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and other raw materials.
Read blueprints, department work instructions, routings, and drawings.
Expand and notch tubing ends according to prints and operate a punch press as needed.
Review saw sheets and retrieve required materials from steel racks.
Set up saw stops for multiple cuts and adjust saw speed, blade feed rate, and coolant levels.
Check cut lengths for accuracy and change worn blades when needed to maintain accuracy and production rates.
Use shorter remaining steel lengths when possible.
Safely handle bundled steel lengths of 20–40 feet.
Deburr cut pieces to smooth their ends.
Adjust machine controls to alter position, alignment, speed, or pressure.
Examine, measure, and weigh materials or products to verify they meet specifications.
Monitor cutting machines for malfunctions and determine when supplies need replenishment.
Safely operate an overhead crane.
Operate a forklift to help unload steel deliveries and place materials in designated racks.
Maintain an organized and clean work area.
Perform other duties as assigned.