Saw Operator

Hydro Extrusions is a world-leading aluminium extrusion business counting around 100 production sites in 40 countries and employing 20,000 people. Through our unique combination of local expertise, global network, and unmatched R&D capabilities, we can offer everything from standards profiles to advanced development and manufacturing for most industries. Since 1905, Hydro has turned natural resources into valuable products for people and businesses with focus on a safe and good workplace for our 30,000 employees in more than 140 locations.

Job Location: Phoenix, AZ

Hydro employees can enjoy several benefits including:

• Medical, Rx, Dental, Disability, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Education Assistance
• Bonus Plan Eligibility
• Parental Leave

Job Responsibilities:

• Ability to identify mechanical, electrical, or hydraulic problems with the finish saw and communicates to frontline leadership or appropriate maintenance resources.
• Verifies the product cut length as denoted for the process and at an acceptable frequency i.e - Shift change, stoppages, new dies/orders, first cut and last cut.
• Verifies cut tolerance for each customer/order to assure cut length adherence.
• Ensure proper saw blade coolant, oil levels, and correct fluids to cut product effectively.
• Empties saw chip collector at the end of each shift or as needed; contacts fork-lift driver when chips dumpsters are full.
• Protects and handles material with care to prevent scratches, dents, and any damage that can occur in transition.
• Adheres to stacking procedures via plant systems such as Auto Die Viewer when available, stacking layout and type of spacer.
• Assures material has enough spacer bars and are aligned consistently to prevent denting.
• Utilizes procedural systems and effective communication with press crew/lead to understand any special instructions, quality alerts, or additional process needs. Leads/communicates upcoming setup with good time management and assists with setting up dollies, racks etc. to maintain flow.
• Assures that all completed racks/free stacks have saw chips blown out efficiently from both ends prior toage.
• Knowledge of quality policies and adheres to front/rear marking procedures, sampling, tagging, and labelling.
• Advises fork-lift driver of any special or different age practices.
• Supports and adheres to frontline leadership, supervisor, or department manager initiatives.
• Ensures equipment is operating correctly and communicates effectively if maintenance or engineering resources are needed to fix/improve operations.
• Assures product change overs are conducted efficiently and uptime is optimized through preparedness and effective communication with saw crew.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED equivalent is preferred.
• Manufacturing experience a plus.
• Willing to train.

Hydro in North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer where all phases of employment are based strictly upon the qualifications of the individual as related to the work requirements of the position. This policy is applied without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other category protected by law. We strive to provide equal opportunities for all to contribute and succeed with us.

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