Saw Operator - Night Shift

Consider joining the Pennex family as a Saw Operator - Night Shift at our Wellsville, PA location. The Saw Operator operates one or more single or multiple blade circular saws to cut aluminum and aluminum products to specified lengths by performing the following duties.

This position works a 12-hour night shift from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM on rotating days and weekends. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Adjusts and secures ends and backstops on saw table according to specified length of stock.
• Starts saw and places material to be cut on conveyor, feeds stock into saws, or positions pieces against end stop and under saw, synchronizing action with automatically descending blade, or pushes material on table and cuts aluminum.
• Pulls lever to swing saw through material, or pushes movable table past saw, or depresses treadle to raise saw through slot in machine table, or tilts table for angle cut and presses pedal to move saw through piece to cut stock.
• Replaces dull or damaged saw blades and lubricates machine.
• Examines material prior to cutting or determines what cuts will remove defects and produce maximum footage
• Verifies dimensions of stock cut and accuracy of cuts.
• Maintain a neat and orderly work area including general housekeeping of the work area upon completion of a repair. Assists with general housekeeping of the Cutback area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Ideal Candidate Will Have:

Education

• High School diploma or the equivalent experience.

Experience

• Experience with machine operation in a manufacturing environment is preferred but is not required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers.
• Ability to use measuring devices such as tape measures or rulers.
• Ability to apply understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. 
• Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment physical and drug screen. 
• Must be eligible to work in the United States, visa sponsorships are not available. 
• Regular attendance required. 

Environmental Hazards 

Physical  

• The employee is regularly required to stand. 
• The employee is frequently required to walk; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. 
• The employee is occasionally required to sit and use hands. 
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception. 

Work Environment  

• The employee is frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; fumes or airborne particles and extreme heat.   
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. 

Perks of the Job 

• Medical, dental and vision insurance  
• Disability and life insurance  
• 401(k) with matching contribution  
• Generous allotment of paid vacation and paid holidays  
• Competitive wages plus performance-based bonus opportunities  
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)  
• Ongoing training and professional development  
• Opportunity for career growth and advancement  
• Daily pay available  

Why Our People Love Working Here 

• Purpose-driven, friendly, open and respectful culture  
• Shared core values of safety, caring, integrity and growth  
• Employee discount program with hundreds of partner brands  
• Up to $5000 tuition reimbursement  
• Wellness incentive program  
• Regular employee celebrations and events 

Who We Are 

Founded nearly half a century ago, Pennex continues to see rapid growth as a leading provider of quality aluminum cast products and extrusions. With state-of-the-art technology and facilities across Ohio and Pennsylvania, we’re proud to offer the capabilities and expertise to cast billet, extrude custom shapes and fabricate finished components for customers across a range of markets - including automotive, transportation, building and construction, electrical and machinery, consumer durables and distribution.   

But it’s not just what we do that sets us apart, it’s how we do it. Safety. Caring. Integrity. Growth. These core values are embodied by each member of our team; guiding every action we take and decision we make. Whether it’s driving innovation within our industry, making the impossible possible for our customers, providing a safe, respectful workplace for employees or supporting our local communities, our purpose is clear. We are dedicated to impacting our world in a positive way.   

If you are a like-minded individual with a strong ability to problem solve, collaborate and effectively communicate, Pennex may be the perfect place for you to grow your career. To learn more, please visit Pennex.com or check out other opportunities within the MX Holdings family of companies at MXHoldings.com.  

Our Commitment to Inclusion 

We welcome people of different backgrounds, abilities and perspectives. To ensure our business and culture continue to be inclusive of all people, we never discriminate on the basis of race, religion, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age or marital, veteran or disability status. MX Holdings and the family of brands, including Metal Exchange and Pennex, are proud to be equal opportunity employers. Additionally, all of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines. Should you have any questions or require special assistance completing your application, please email pennexrecruiter@pennex.com.  

Qualified Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States and not require employer sponsored work authorization now or in the future for employment in the United States. 

Our salary ranges are primarily determined by role, level, and location. The range provided for each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. 

Confidentiality Agreement Required: Yes