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Weber Metals

Saw Helper - 2nd Shift

Paramount, CA · On-site

$22.75 - $24/hr

Hourly Rate Range: $22.75 - $24.00 2nd Shift Hourly Differential: $1.50 **All Applicants must comply with ITAR Requirements. US Citizens or Permanent Residents only** SUMMARY: The Saw Helper assists ...

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Norco, CA · On-site

$20.24 - $23.76/hr

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Delivery Helper

San Jose, CA

$21 - $25.92/hr

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Delivery Helper

Norco, CA · On-site

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Delivery Helper

Oxnard, CA

$18.50 - $23.76/hr

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Delivery Helper

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$21.16 - $24.84/hr

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Delivery Helper

San Leandro, CA · On-site

$20.50 - $25.92/hr

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Delivery Helper

San Leandro, CA · On-site

$20.50 - $25.92/hr

QXO is North America's largest distributor and installer of insulation, the second-largest distributor of roofing products, the second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building ...

QXO

Delivery Helper

Santa Ana, CA · On-site

$21.16 - $24.84/hr

QXO is North America's largest distributor and installer of insulation, the second-largest distributor of roofing products, the second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building ...

QXO

Delivery Helper

Oxnard, CA · On-site

$18.50 - $23.76/hr

Job Title QXO is North America's largest distributor and installer of insulation; second-largest distributor of roofing products; second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building ...

QXO

Delivery Helper

Oxnard, CA · On-site

$18.50 - $23.76/hr

QXO is North America's largest distributor and installer of insulation; second-largest distributor of roofing products; second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials ...

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Saw Helper - 2nd Shift

Weber Metals

Paramount, CA • On-site

$22.75 - $24/hr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Hourly Rate Range: $22.75 - $24.00
2nd Shift Hourly Differential: $1.50

**All Applicants must comply with ITAR Requirements. US Citizens or Permanent Residents only**

SUMMARY:
The Saw Helper assists the Die Forge, Stock Saw, and/or Hand Forge Cell departments. The Helper has a flexible role in the group as they are moved into various areas of the operation as needed. In the Stock Saw department this includes titanium band saws, aluminum band saws, and the Friggi Saw. In the Hand Forge Cell department this includes material moving and identification. The Helper is responsible for learning various aspects of the department.
MAJOR JOB DUTIES:
Core responsibilities include:
• Follow direction of the acting superior, leadman, and/or supervisor
• Maintain clean and safe working environment; embrace a clean as you go policy
• Learn the fundamentals of the Saw process
• Learn and assist with the basic skills of the helper position which include but are not limited to:
o Operating the various saws
o Operating a forklift/manipulator under supervision
o Operating different types of cranes and lifting devices under supervision
o Layout (with & without templates)
o Mathematics for cutting and cutting to size
o Strapping pallets
o Steel stamping
o Use of vibro engraving machines
o Use and understanding of measuring devices
o Tooling inspection
o Blueprint reading
o Deburring and repairing parts
o Set up procedures on the saw
o Basic part compliance (ST, LT, LG size and defect free)
o Material handling and moving parts to designated areas
o Packing, pre-pack, and identification when required
o Navigate through ERP
As a key member of Weber Metals, additional responsibilities also include but are not limited to:
• Demonstrating importance of the Weber Metals Safety Policy to the success of Weber Metals.
• Demonstrating importance of the Weber Metals Quality Policy to the success of Weber Metals.
• Demonstrating knowledge and awareness of the Weber Metals Environmental Policy.
• Demonstrating knowledge and awareness of the Weber Metals Business Management System.
• Working in a team environment to meet target dates.
• Responsible for reporting to work on time, with proper PPE, and being fully engaged for the entire shift.
• Other duties as assigned
Stock Saw only:
• Measure and log preform weights and input stock on titanium product
• Maintain piece count of jobs sawed
• Create titanium mult charts
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must:
o Be able to comply with ITAR and EAR residency requirements
o Be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
o High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent experience
o Minimum 90 days introductory period.
o Experience in the forging or metals industry is preferred

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