Saw Operator

Compensation: $25.36 per hour Schedule: 1st shift, Monday - Friday 7:00 a.m.- 3:00 p.m. Overview The primary responsibility of the Saw Operator is to cut shafts per blueprint to meet customer requirements such as length, diameter, and angle cuts. The Saw Operator will also operate a forklift and conveyors to supply multiple production lines. The Saw Operator will communicate regularly with Material Handlers, Quality Assurance, Dispatchers, Set Up Operators, and Leads to help ensure production requirements are met. Essential Functions Set up and operate a saw to cut shafts per blueprint to meet customer requirements Use a standard and O.D. tape measure, miracle point, and standard levels to ensure accurate lengths, diameters, and angle cuts Look up part locations using IFS and issue materials to shop orders Operate a forklift as needed to transfer material and deliver product Actively participate in department LEAN activities as required Use necessary PPE and conform to all Valmont safety policies and procedures Maintain a clean and orderly work area Assist assembly lines as needed when workload is caught up Required Qualifications Ability to make mathematical calculations in preparing product or setting up machinery Must be able to read, understand and use a standard and O.D. tape measure, micrometer, protractor Must possess acceptable work history and attendance record Ability to read and decipher blueprints without assistance and use them to properly process scheduled work Ability to work overtime when required for business needs Must be forklift certified within first 90 days of the job Must be able to learn inventory locations for obtaining material to assist Material Handlers Passion and integrity with the drive to excel and deliver exceptional results Highly Qualified Candidates Working knowledge of Valmont’s quality procedures, standards, and practices is preferred Basic knowledge of computer skills (IFS a plus) Benefits Valmont offers employees and their families a comprehensive Total Wellbeing benefit package to ensure their individual and family’s overall wellness needs are met. Healthcare (medical, prescription drugs, dental and vision) 401k retirement plan with company match Paid time off Employer paid life insurance Employer paid short-term and long-term disability, including maternity leave Work Life Support Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 per year Voluntary programs like tobacco cessation, Type 2 diabetes reversal, one-on-one health coaching, mortgage services and more EEO Statement Valmont does not discriminate against any employee or applicant in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. If you have a disability and require any assistance in filling out the application for employment email View email address on click.appcast.io . #J-18808-Ljbffr