Saw Operator at Folience Inc – Manhattan, Kansas

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Interpret blueprints, sketches, and written/verbal work instructions to construct and assemble trailer components using electric, pneumatic, and hand-powered tools.
• Ensure product conformance to specifications and standards based on work orders and drawings.
• Measure, mark, cut and machine parts using equipment such as extrusion saws, tube benders, bandsaws, chop saws, and double cut extrusion saws.
• Stock materials for both Line 1 and Line 2, including production and subassembly components.
• Stock and maintain materials for custom bays and stock parts inventory.
• Maintain inventory and organization of standard tubing materials.
• Stock and manage aluminum components in both polished and mill finish.
• Stock inner and exterior fender gussets.
• Stock pre-cut couches and related inventory for production.
• Cut fold down slats, piano hinges, and related components per work orders.
• Keep racks stocked and organized to support Build Department.
• Communicate and collaborate with saw operators, welders, and supervisors to address product or process issues.
• Follow and support lean manufacturing processes (e.g., 5-S, Point of Use, Kanban Systems, etc.), to maintain productivity and a clean, safe work area.
• Flexibility to float to other departments as needed by the company.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures set by Cimarron Trailers.
• This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to periodic or random fitness-for-duty exams and/or drug or alcohol screenings.
• Ensure timely completion of high-quality products.
• Regular attendance is critical for this role.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience:

• Experience working in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Familiarity with operating saws and other related machinery is a plus.
• Basic understanding of blueprints, sketches, and work orders is beneficial.

Job Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to read a tape measure to 1/16 of an inch.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with team members and other departments.
• Familiarity with product construction and application to ensure quality work at the source.
• Organized, self-motivated, and capable of working independently.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt to changing priorities.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Physical Demands:

• Ability to stand and move around the facility for prolonged periods (up to 8 hours a shift, plus any required overtime).
• Ability to stoop, bend, twist, squat, kneel throughout the day.
• Frequent use of hands and arms for gripping, twisting, and operating tools such as welding guns, plasma torches, pneumatic and electric hand tools.
• Frequent lifting of up to 40 lbs. throughout the shift, with occasional lifting of times up to 100lbs. (anything over 50 lbs. requires team lifting).
• Ability to safely handle necessary tools for job functions.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Safety glasses (required at all times)
• Safety shoes (required at all times)
• Hearing protection (required at all times)

Work Environment:

• Combination of non-air-conditioned plant and outdoor settings.
• Exposure to various weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold, as work involves moving between indoor and outdoor spaces.
• Continuous exposure to loud noise; hearing protection is required.
• Exposure to smoke and fumes from welding operations.