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If you're ready to work around heavy machinery, contribute to a fast-paced team, and grow your skills in a stable environment-this could be your next career move.\n\nWhat You'll Be Doing:\n\nOperate saw machines per work order and setup notes\nSafely set up equipment and run materials to customer specifications\nPull, inspect, and verify materials before processing\nAccurately record measurements and quality checks per sampling plan\nUse forklifts and cranes to move materials (must be certified as a Material Handler)\nPackage materials per written work instructions\nIdentify and record scrap or non-conforming material\nCommunicate with sales reps for order clarification when needed\nPerform preventative maintenance and general clean-up duties\nMaintain and properly use measuring tools, scales, and scanners\nProvide performance feedback and contribute to continuous improvement\nTrain others when required\n\nWhat You'll Need:\n\nHigh school diploma or GED\nSolid experience operating industrial machinery (preferably saw machines)\nPrevious experience in a warehouse or metals industry environment\nForklift certification and material handling experience\nAbility to lift up to 40 lbs and handle physically active tasks\nStrong safety focus and ability to work around heavy equipment\nComfortable using hand-held measuring tools\nBasic math, reading, and computer skills\n\nWhy You'll Want This Job:\n\nCompetitive pay\nBe part of a safety-focused, team-driven workplace\n\nApply now and take your machine operating skills to the next level with a company that values quality, safety, and teamwork.\n\nThe above is intended to describe the general content of and requirement for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.\n\nThis position has been identified as \"safety sensitive\" by thyssenkrupp under applicable laws. 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