Directly responsible to Shift Supervisor.  Functionally responsible for operating the scrap saw efficiently and discarding extrusion into scrap bins. The team member can also be required (if they are qualified) to use a counter-balance for discarding material into scrap trailer. If required, the team member will also assist at the production saw following specifications outlined in the work order.  Ensure that a safe working environment is maintained at all times. This will be done by following Company policies and procedures.  We believe that every Employee is responsible to act safely and to model good safety practices.

The duties and responsibilities of the Scrap Saw Operator are detailed below, but not limited to the following:

Saw Operation

• Verify material has a scrap label before proceeding to cut material.
• Operate the saw in an effective and cost-efficient manner while safety standards.
• Responsible for reporting equipment malfunctions.
• Co-ordinate material flow with the shift Supervisor and Forklift driver
• Comply with all quality related policies, procedures and system requirements.
• Licensed, certified forklift drivers, assessed and permitted to operate forklift by ALMAG only, to assist with disposing scrap
• Assist at saw and stretcher operations in production as needed and requested by shift supervisor (will be cross-trained)
• All other activities as assigned

Continuous Improvement is everyone’s responsibility in ALMAG’s high-performance culture.  We not only value your input; we look to you to actively work to improve the processes you do, by eliminating waste (non-value add) and variation that results in customer dissatisfaction.

The above statement reflects the general details considered necessary to describe the principal functions of the job identified and shall not be considered as the detailed description of all work required in the job.

Accommodations for disabilities in relation to the job selection process are available upon request.

Requirements

**Education/Experience**

• Grade 10 with some technical background and mechanical aptitude.  Grade 12 would be an asset.

• Minimum 2 years’ experience on Counterbalance with a valid license

Technical Skills/Competence

• 1-2 years in an industrial environment, knowledge of machinery and ability to read drawings an asset. Willing to train.

Benefits

We offer a full and competitive benefits package including:

• Profit sharing
• Health care spending account
• Health and dental
• Life AD&D
• Education assistance program
• Gym memberships