Saw Operator

American Bin and Conveyor is looking for a Saw Operator at our Burlington, Wisconsin manufacturing facility.  The Saw Operator reports to the Production Manager and is responsible for cutting steel per cut lists and drawing specifications and staging cut material for fabrication.  Must be forklift certified or able to obtain certification through our program. Must possess the ability to operate overhead crane and read a ruler to the 16^th of an inch. Must be able to perform tasks accurately and in a timely manner while maintaining all Company safety standards.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review and interpret written work instructions.
• Operate vertical/horizontal band saws.
• Use saw to cut test specimens according to prescribed spec or work order.
• Interpret basic blueprints and drawings.
• Accurately use basic measuring devices, including tape measure, caliper, and micrometer.
• Operate surface grinding equipment.
• Effectively prioritize workload and use of available resources within time constraints.
• Stage cut material for fabrication.
• Initiate and maintain good housekeeping practices in all work areas.
• Complies with all company safety policies and procedures and practices safe work habits.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

REQUIREMENTS

• Previous experience operating an industrial saw and cutting steel.
• Current forklift certification or ability to obtain.
• Previous experience operating an overhead crane and job hoist (will train).
• Previous experience operating pneumatic and electric grinders and basic hand tools
• Ability to read a ruler/tape measure to the 1/16^th of an inch, and to add, subtract and simplify fractions.
• Able to understand basic blueprints.
• High degree of attention required to prevent injury to self and others.
• Agree to wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as required by the company.
• Successfully pass pre-employment background check, drug screen, and physical.

American Bin & Conveyor offers employees and their families a comprehensive benefit package to ensure their personal and family’s overall health and wellness needs are met. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary based on the skills you bring to the company.
• Paid time off plus 9 paid holidays starting on your first day.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance, plus free Telemedicine for you and your dependents.
• Employer paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability.
• Health savings, flexible spending, and dependent care accounts.
• 401k retirement savings plan with company matching contribution.
• Identity protection, pet insurance, employee assistance program, mental health coverage, plus other optional benefit coverages.

We are an equal opportunity employer and are committed to comply with EEOC rules and regulations. This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. The company makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs. We also recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of the job.  If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying, as we believe that experience and skills combined with passion is a key to innovation and excellence.  Accommodation will be provided upon request and will be handled confidentially. We use E-Verify to determine all new employees' eligibility to legally work in the United States.