Saw Operator

Saw Operator North Shore Steel - 3.3 Houston, TX Job Details Full-time 16 hours ago Benefits Health savings account AD&D insurance Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance Qualifications Moving Shop math Materials handling Full Job Description North Shore Steel & Affiliates are trusted, industry-leading metals service centers with more than 65 years of experience supporting customers across the Gulf Coast and nationwide. With locations in Houston and Beaumont, we provide a full range of structural steel products and value-added processing services, cutting, machining, forming, rolling, and fabrication, helping customers across construction, energy, industrial, and OEM sectors move faster and build with confidence. Our legacy is rooted in reliability, craftsmanship, and long-term relationships. At North Shore Steel, our Core Values guide how we work and lead: Be Safe Always, Provide Great Service, Do the Right Thing, Take the Initiative, and Maximize Your Potential. If these values resonate with you and you're looking for a place where you can contribute, grow, and be part of a team that supports one another, we invite you to join our team. Saw Operator Position Summary North Shore Steel is an industry-leading metals service center with a long-standing reputation for quality, precision, and customer service. We are seeking an experienced Saw Operator to join our Plate Processing team. In this role, you will be responsible for safely and accurately operating industrial saw equipment to cut carbon steel plate and other metal products according to customer specifications, shop drawings, and production work orders. Success in this position requires strong attention to detail, precise measuring skills, mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to quality and safety. This position reports directly to the Production Supervisor and plays a critical role in ensuring customer orders are processed accurately, efficiently, and on schedule. What You'll Own Saw Operations Set up and operate industrial band saws and related cutting equipment. Review work orders, drawings, and specifications to determine required cuts and processing instructions. Measure, mark, and verify material dimensions prior to cutting. Perform precise cuts while maintaining dimensional tolerances and quality requirements. Monitor saw performance and make adjustments as necessary to ensure accurate production. Quality & Inspection Verify material identification, dimensions, and specifications before processing. Inspect finished parts to ensure compliance with customer and company requirements. Utilize measuring tools including tape measures, calipers, squares, and other inspection equipment. Complete required production and quality documentation accurately. Maintain traceability of material heat numbers and customer order information. Material Handling Safely move plate and steel products using overhead cranes and forklifts as required. Coordinate material movement to and from production workstations. Stage completed orders in designated locations for downstream processing or shipment. Maintain proper material identification throughout the production process. Equipment & Safety Conduct daily equipment inspections and report maintenance concerns promptly. Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area. Follow all company safety policies, procedures, and PPE requirements. Participate in safety meetings, training activities, and continuous improvement initiatives. Qualifications Required Minimum 2 years of manufacturing, fabrication, machine operation, or metal processing experience. Ability to accurately read tape measures and perform basic shop math. Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship. Ability to read and follow production work orders and processing instructions. Ability to safely work around heavy equipment and moving materials. Ability to lift, push, pull, and move materials as required. Preferred Experience operating industrial band saws or plate processing equipment. Experience reading fabrication drawings and blueprints. Overhead crane and forklift experience. Experience working in a steel service center, fabrication shop, or manufacturing environment. Familiarity with material traceability and quality documentation requirements. What Success Looks Like Produces accurate cuts that consistently meet customer specifications and quality standards. Maintains safe work practices and equipment operation. Completes work orders efficiently while minimizing material waste. Demonstrates strong attention to detail and material traceability. Contributes positively to team productivity and operational performance.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to lift up to 50 lbs independently on a routine basis and handle materials safely as part of daily job duties. Ability to stand for extended periods and maintain safe body positioning while performing tasks and moving through the work area, including walking on concrete floors and uneven surfaces. Frequent squatting, bending, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling, and lifting, requiring full-body mobility, balance, and upper- and lower-body strength to perform work safely. Manual agility to operate tools safely and effectively, with regular use of arms, shoulders, and back for lifting, reaching, and positioning tasks. Ability to work safely in a warehouse environment with exposure to noise, dust, moving equipment, and varying temperatures. Maintain adequate visual and auditory acuity to safely perform assigned tasks, including but not limited to: identifying potential hazards, reading and/or recording measurements, inspecting materials, and responding promptly to verbal instructions, alarms or hand signals in the work environment

Pre-Employment Requirements:

All candidates who receive a conditional offer of employment must complete the company's pre-employment screening process.

This includes:

Criminal background check: reviewed in accordance with job duties, the nature and gravity of any convictions, and the time elapsed since the offense or sentence completion.

Pre-hire drug screening:

candidates must pass a drug screen to be eligible for hire.

Physical assessment:

required for all Production and Distribution positions, conducted by a company-designated physician at no cost to the candidate. Participation in each step of the pre-employment process is required. Candidates who choose not to participate or who do not meet the screening criteria will not be eligible for employment.

Benefits:

At North Shore Steel, we invest in the well-being of our team. Full-time employees receive a full benefits package that includes multiple Major Medical plan options, Dental, Vision, Voluntary Life, Short-Term Disability, Flexible Spending Accounts, and HSA options for qualifying plans. We also provide Long-Term Disability, Basic Life, and AD&D coverage at no cost to you. You'll also enjoy our competitive holiday schedule, PTO program, and a Safe Harbor 401(k) with company contributions to support your long-term financial goals. We are an equal opportunity employer and maintain a safe, secure, and drug-free workplace where everyone has the opportunity to succeed.