Saw Operator

TAIT Towers is the Market Leader in designing, constructing and delivering world-class solutions for live experiences.

Whether it's creating awe-inspiring spectaculars, complex touring stages, theatre engineering solutions, brand activations or cruise ship installations, TAIT delivers world-class solutions for live experiences. With its proprietary entertainment automation platform, custom-made products, and creative engineering, TAIT's cutting-edge offerings continue to advance industry standards and exceed client expectations. As a global network of over 900 employees in 14 office locations, TAIT has worked on projects in over 30 countries, all 7 continents and even outer space. TAIT's diverse group of clients include Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, The Metropolitan Opera House, NASA, National Geographic, Beyoncé and The Olympics.

The Saw Operator is responsible for correctly identifying, collecting, and issuing all materials as referenced on blueprints, as well as properly clocking hours to the job. This position requires knowledge of industrial saws, rolling, finishing, and lifting machinery. Expectations will include the ability to read measuring tapes, blueprints, and to maintain and ensure quality parts. Problem identification and troubleshooting are important aspects of this job. For interested and qualified individuals, this role could be an introduction to CNC router operation positions.

**We are looking for 1st and 2nd shift Saw Operators. The standard schedule for 1st shift is Monday-Thursday 5:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. The standard schedule for 2nd shift is Monday-Thursday 3:30 p.m. - 2:00 a.m. For 2nd shift we offer a 10% shift differential.

Essential Responsibilities/Accountabilities

• Read and interpret blueprints and diagrams with limited assistance from others
• Identify material and tooling requirements
• Set up and operate a variety of industrial saws
• Utilize precision measuring instruments to ensure accurate material cutting
• Manufacture parts to documented desired tolerances
• Handle inbound and outbound logistic requirements
• Monitor machines and make appropriate adjustments for speed control, feed rates, blade tensions, etc. to boost production quality
• Utilize ERP for tracking purposes
• Conduct quality check at assignment completion. Report any concerns to management
• Delivered finished parts to designated areas
• Monitor tools for breakage and tool wear symptoms
• Perform routine preventive maintenance on equipment and conduct basic troubleshooting to keep machinery functioning properly
• Understanding of manufacturing process and the materials produced in department to support process
• Learn entry-level skill of set of CNC router operation as appropriate/needed
• Learn and develop crane related skills
• Learn and develop bending and rolling machine skills
• Perform tasks to company standards to efficiently and effectively meet department goals
• Take initiative to improve methodology and find solutions to boost productivity
• Communicate with management
• Manage priorities as they change throughout a shift. Complete allocated work in a timely manner
• Keep a clean, organized, and safe workspace, including tools and equipment
• Accurately capture all labor hours and material in Epicor
• Ensure TAIT's 5 standards of care are coordinated into all daily activities: Safety, Quality, Team, Schedule, and Cost
• Take ownership for decisions, actions, performance, and behavior
• Adhere to all company safety policies and procedures
• Attend meetings, seminars, and training sessions as required
• Perform assigned duties according to the policies and expectations prescribed by the company

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or trade school graduate, or 1 year of manufacturing saw experience or equivalent combination of education and experience preferred
  • If no industrial saw experience, willing to train the right individual
• Crane related knowledge and skills, if don't currently possess, must be willing to learn
• Bending and rolling machine knowledge and skills, if don't currently possess, must be willing to learn
• Willing to learn entry-level CNC router operation
• Math proficiency
• Ability to read basic blueprints and diagrams
• Knowledge and experience using measuring instruments, such as tape measure and callipers
• Strong attention to detail
• Experience using MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) a plus
• Knowledge of Epicor, Slack, and/or Box a plus
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Capacity to work independently, and as a member of a small team
• Ability to handle changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility with work schedule, including some holidays and alternate shifts as required; ability to work OT (more than 40 hours) in any given week as needed

Working Conditions and Physical Effort

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee is required to frequently walk, bend, climb, push, pull, twist, squat, stoop, and kneel each day. Specific requirements are:

• Must be able to stand for extended periods of time
• Must be able to lift or move 50 lbs.
• Must be able to carry 50 lbs.
• Must be able to pull or push 50 lbs.
• Must be able to reach overhead

Work conditions of the role are:

• Work conditions may involve moderate exposure to unusual elements such as dirt, dust, fumes, unpleasant odors, and/or loud noises
• Work environment involves some exposure to hazards or physical risks which require following basic safety precautions
• Must be able to wear and properly utilize appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) to work within or visit areas where required. This includes, safety glasses, reflective vest, ear plugs, steel toed shoes, and other PPE as required by the location