Job Description
Band Saw Operator - 2nd & 3rd Shift
Location: Santa Fe Springs, CA
Pay Rates
- 2nd Shift: Monday-Friday, 2:30 PM - 11:00 PM | $22.00/hour
- 3rd Shift: Monday-Friday, 10:00 PM - 6:30 AM | $22.00/hour
Training Requirement: Candidates must be available to train on 1st Shift (Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM - 2:30 PM).
Overtime: Saturday overtime available based on production needs.
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and reliable Band Saw Operator to join our machine shop team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for accurately cutting metal stock and raw materials to size using horizontal and/or vertical band saws. This role is essential to supporting machining and fabrication operations by ensuring precise material preparation in a safe and efficient manner.
Key Responsibilities
- Set up and operate band saws to cut metal materials, including steel, aluminum, and other alloys.
- Read and interpret job travelers, blueprints, cut lists, and mechanical drawings to determine cutting requirements.
- Measure and mark materials using calipers, micrometers, tape measures, and other precision tools.
- Select the proper blades based on material type and thickness.
- Monitor saw performance and adjust feed rates, blade tension, and cutting angles as needed.
- Perform routine machine inspections and basic preventative maintenance, including blade changes, lubrication, and cleaning.
- Verify that cut parts meet dimensional tolerances and quality standards.
- Identify and report material defects, safety concerns, or equipment malfunctions.
- Maintain an organized work area and follow all safety procedures and PPE requirements.
- Assist with loading and unloading materials and moving stock throughout the shop as needed
Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required; trade school or vocational training is a plus.
- Minimum of 1 year of experience operating band saws or similar cutting equipment in a machine shop environment.
- Familiarity with common metals and alloys used in machining and fabrication.
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, mechanical drawings, and work instructions.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Comfortable lifting up to 50 pounds and standing for extended periods.
- Commitment to maintaining a safe, clean, and productive work environment
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Santa Fe Springs, CA |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Year Founded | 2001 |
| Website | http://www.resourcemfg.com/ |
About Company
ResourceMFG is your answer. Founded by a manufacturing veteran who was frustrated by his experience with the traditional staffing services that didn't understand "his world," ResourceMFG is the first and, with more than 145 locations in 25 states and over 19,000 workers on assignment, the largest national staffing company to specialize in manufacturing. We recruit and screen for more than 200 manufacturing-specific skills and have more than 30 proprietary screening tools.
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