Saw Operator

Saw Operator / Material HandlerThis role involves operating metal cutting saws, verifying that parts meet precise customer tolerances, and performing in-process and final inspections using measuring tools. You will set up and maintain saw equipment, handle materials in a production environment, and support general warehouse and fabrication activities while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and teamwork.ResponsibilitiesOperate metal cutting saws to cut parts to specified dimensions and verify they meet customer-required tolerances using tape measures, micrometers, and calipers.Set up saws according to work order specifications, including adjustments for alloy, temper, gauge, size, and grain direction.Perform daily maintenance checks on saw equipment, complete maintenance checklists, and carry out general housekeeping duties to keep the work area clean and organized.Verify stock against work order requirements, confirming alloy, temper, gauge, size, producer, lot number, and grain direction before cutting.Mark each part with the required customer identification and stamp work orders to indicate inspection approval.Conduct in-process and final inspections of parts to ensure accuracy, quality, and adherence to specifications.Support general labor tasks such as packing, material handling, inventory activities, and production support as needed.Operate forklifts and other material handling equipment safely to move stock and finished parts within the facility, when trained and authorized.Read and interpret basic blueprints or work instructions to understand cutting requirements and part specifications.Follow all safety procedures and guidelines, prioritizing safe operation of equipment and careful handling of materials.Collaborate with team members, listen to instructions, and cooperate to maintain efficient workflow and high-quality output.Work accurately and carefully, focusing on quality and precision rather than speed or rushing through tasks.Essential SkillsAbility to accurately use a tape measure and other measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers.Basic math aptitude, including converting fractions to decimals and working with measurements.Strong safety-oriented mindset and commitment to following safety procedures.Demonstrated honesty, integrity, punctuality, cleanliness, and kindness in daily work.Ability to treat others with dignity and respect and work effectively as a team player.Capability to perform general labor tasks in a production or warehouse environment.Basic understanding of inventory processes and material handling.Ability to lift up to 50 pounds as needed.Focus on quality and accuracy, with the ability to work carefully rather than rushing.Willingness to start in an entry-level role such as packing and grow into positions like material handler or saw operator.Additional Skills & QualificationsPrior warehouse experience is a plus.Previous forklift experience is a plus and will support advancement into material handling roles.Exposure to blueprint reading is beneficial for understanding cutting and fabrication requirements.Experience with saw operation, fabrication, or production work is advantageous.Interest in long-term career growth within a production and milling environment.Openness to feedback and continuous improvement, especially related to process efficiency and safety.Why Work Here?You join a company that offers clear career growth, starting in entry-level roles with structured opportunities to move into material handling, saw operation, and eventually mill positions. The organization rewards loyalty with a yearly tenure-based bonus and has a long history of year-over-year growth spanning several decades, providing stability and advancement potential. You benefit from an excellent benefits package that significantly enhances your total compensation, including a 401(k) plan with a company match, an annual footwear allowance, and various partnership discounts on products and services. The culture values feedback, continuous improvement, and safety, empowering employees to contribute ideas and shape processes in a supportive and collaborative environment.Work EnvironmentYou work in a 63,000 square foot production facility that is clean, organized, and open, creating a safe and efficient environment for forklift and material handling operations. The facility houses multiple mills and saws, with additional new equipment being introduced, which supports ongoing growth and new opportunities for promotion. The culture encourages feedback on process efficiency and safety, and the organizational structure avoids heavy layers of leadership, allowing for flexibility and easier integration of practical, on-the-floor improvements. You can expect a production-focused setting with active material movement, saw and mill operations, and a strong emphasis on safety, organization, and professionalism in dress and conduct appropriate for an industrial environment.Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract to Hire position based out of Spokane Valley, WA.Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $20.00 - $21.00/hr.Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)