Saw Operator

Dahlquist Machine by Fathom is the premier precision machining company in America with over 30 state-of-the-art CNC mills and lathes paired with over 50 years of industry experience. Centrally located in a northern suburb of Minneapolis, Dahlquist Machine produces high-quality products with 100% on-time delivery—specializing in short- to medium-run quantities for high precision light metals, aluminum, and plastic parts.

Fathom is one of the largest digital manufacturing platforms offering on-demand manufacturing in North America. With more than 90 large-platform industrial-grade 3D printing machines and a national footprint with more than 500,000 square feet of manufacturing capacity across 12 facilities, Fathom seamlessly blends in-house capabilities across plastic and metal additive technologies, CNC machining, injection molding & tooling, urethane casting, sheet metal fabrication, and design and engineering.

With over 50 years of industry experience, Fathom is at the forefront of the industry 4.0 digital manufacturing revolution serving clients in the technology, defense, aerospace, medical, automotive and IOT sectors. Fathom’s extensive certifications include ISO 9001:2015, ISO 9001:2015 Design, ISO 13485:2016, AS9100:2016, NIST 800-171 and ITAR.

Saw Operator Position Summary:

The Saw Operator/Material handler is responsible for the set-up, adjustment, and operation of our horizontal bandsaw. This position entails attention to detail in all facets of the task to include material certification and inventory adjustment. Our Saw Operator pride themselves maintaining precision sawing tolerances on all material types and bar items produced using our equipment. This position requires inventory control of all materials and material certifications through our software system. This includes control and of all recyclable materials.

Saw Operator Duties and Responsibilities:

The representative duties of this job are described below. Related details and additional miscellaneous duties may not be described but may be required in the performance of this job.

• Sawing Material:
  • Use computer-based saw to cut various types of materials
  • Inspect material for damage and proper thickness
  • Arrange sawing sequences for optimum material usage
  • Arrange cut metal in totes or pallets for manufacturing
• Saw Maintenance:
  • Determine and install proper blade size based on material type and size
  • Check and replenish fluid for lubrication system
  • Check and remove chips from collection system if necessary
  • Know Your Saw: Recognize operating irregularities and machine malfunctions
  • Notify supervision and/or makes necessary adjustments or repairs
• Instruments/Equipment:
  • Use calipers, measuring tapes, scales, and other measuring devices to maintain specifications and tolerances
  • Load saw with material by lifting or using forklift
• Technology:
  • Utilize computer software to understand and follow through with work orders
  • Operate ERP system to log job completion and material certifications

Saw Operator Qualifications and Requirements:

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform/possess each essential duty satisfactorily, both as an individual and as a team member.

• Must be 18 years of age.
• Ability to report to work as required.
• Adapt to training and then operate a variety of equipment (Ex. forklifts, cut-off saws, etc.).
• Forklift experience and certification is a plus.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.
• Basic computer skills are required.
• Ability to read and use measuring equipment such as tape measures, micrometers, and Digital calipers.
• The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 70 pounds.
• The employee frequently is required to work with their hands and be able to be on their feet for long periods of time.
• Must read and write English

6:30-2:30 Mon – Fri.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work, this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you, including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.