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Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC)
Saw Operator Level 1- 1st Shift
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What they do
A Saw Operator operates and maintains a machine saw (such as an adjustable circular saw) to perform such operations as ripsawing, cross cutting, beveling, grooving, and mitering. Maybe responsible for tool set-up for different types of cut or for different material to be cut.
$45,165 / year median in California
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Saw Operator Level 1- 1st Shift Precision Castparts Corp. (PCC) life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k) United States, California, South Gate 11126 Palmer Avenue (Show on map) Jul 29, 2026 Country United States of America State / County California City South Gate Division Wyman Gordon Company Shultz Steel Function Operations Workplace Type On-Site Position type Full Time Opportunity
ID 23250
Job Description Position Summary:
Level One:
Sets up and operates metal band and abrasive sawing machines to cut metal stock to dimensions by performing the following duties with minimal supervision.Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
- Reads job traveler for specifications such as material, type, and size of stock, and dimensions to be cut.
- Obtains and transfers stock to machine by forklift or overhead crane.
- Installs saw blade and sets blade tension and cutting speed for specified operation.
- Sets saw blade angle to obtain desired angle cuts.
- Sets stops and guides to control dimension of cut.
- Positions and secures stock against stops or in feeding device using straps or chains.
- Turns valve to start flow of coolant against cutting area.
- Starts machine and observes operation.
- Measures work for conformance to specifications.
- Marks identifying data on workpiece.
- Replaces finished work on pallets or barrels.
- Replaces defective cutting blade or wheel.
- Prepares data sheets of cut material and remnants.
- Steel stamping letters and numbers on work piece by hammer blow.
Required Skills:
- Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
- Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
- Ability to speak effectively before groups or employees of Company.
- Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
- Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
- Ability to apply commonsense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
- Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Experience & Education
- One-year certificate from college or technical school; or three to six years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Physical Demands
- 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear.
- The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, extreme heat, risk of electrical shock, and vibration.