What are the responsibilities and job description for the Saw Operator position at Grundfos Holding A/S?
Saw Operator Houston [day shift - onsite]
Come join a team that makes a difference here and around the world!
Peerless Pump Company, an Indianapolis based subsidiary of Grundfos, is seeking an experienced Saw Operator to join its Houston Engineering Services group.
Peerless: having no equal; matchless, unrivaled. At Peerless, a Grundfos subsidiary, our team of experts come together with a common passion for manufacturing sustainable pumps that provide peace of mind. Our pumps create more reliable food supplies, clean and safe water, and keep life and property safe around the globe. For nearly a century, the Peerless brand has helped keep people safe where they live, work, and play. We are Pioneers. We are united. We are Peerless! Join our united team!
What is the job about?
The Saw Operator is responsible for accurately cutting structural steel and pipe according to cut sheet and engineering drawings. Materials will be used in the assembly of engineered fluid handling package systems for our customers in the commercial building, industrial, petrochemical and energy industries.
This position reports directly to the Production Manager and will operate daily out of the Houston facility (primarily Mon-Thu).
Relocation for this position cannot be supported and qualified candidates must have authorization to work in the USA without support.
Your main responsibilities:
- Follows oral or written instructions from supervisor
- Performs precision measurement of pipe and structural steel
- Operates band saw
- Moves materials, supplies, and tools to and from work areas
- Responsible for organization and inventory of raw steel and pipe in yard outside
- Directs rigging and moving of heavy equipment
- Inspects own work and completes quality documentation as required
- Performs preventive maintenance on equipment
- Observes all safety programs and safety practices;
- Maintains a safe and clean work area
- Perform work, promote teamwork and communicate in conjunction with our culture and corporate standards (Safety/Environmental, Quality, Continuous Improvement, Communication, Internal Controls, etc.).
- Review product specifications and provides proper compliance documentation.
Your background
We imagine that you have:
- High School Diploma, GED/HSE/HiSET or equivalent *required
- 3-5 years related experience in a manufacturing/shop environment *much preferred
- Competencies
- Able to read and interpret blueprints, drawings and specifications.
- Material handling equipment (Fork lift, pallet jack, etc.)
- Cranes, hoist, screw jacks, hydraulic jacks
- Basic Computer skills (MS Windows, Outlook, Internet)
- Manual, power driven, and pneumatic hand tools.
- Tape measure
- Handbooks, charts, manuals, specification sheets, operation sheets, setup sheets.
- Ability to stand for extended periods, frequently grasp tools, stoop, crouch, reach, stand and walk when performing activities, twist and reach
- Specific vision abilities include close, distance and peripheral vision
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds
- Able to work in a non-climate controlled factory environment
What’s in it for you?
What are your goals? Here at Peerless it’s our mission to enable you develop and fulfil your aspirations, both career and personal. You’ll find that your fresh ideas will be welcomed and make a difference in how we conduct our business.
In addition, your day-to-day benefits as a regular, full-time employees include:
- 5 paid holidays; paid time off for volunteering; up to 20 paid vacation days a year accrued by date of hire.
- Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans; 401(k)-match program.
- Annual bonuses, parental support, engaging team buildings.
- Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.
- Long-term career development with regular dialogue, as well as continuous learning and development opportunities.
- Access to the modern Grundfos Academy to pursue further both personal and professional development.
- Diverse, inclusive environment with employee-led forums offering colleagues a safe place to connect and share openly.
Do you want to learn more?
If you have questions or would like to know more about this position, please contact Recruiter at bhummel@grundfos.com
If this job sounds interesting, please send your resume and cover letter by clicking “Apply”.
We look forward to hearing from you.
If you would like to dig deeper into the Peerless universe, please visit us and check out why our employees are Peerless. I am PEERLESS!
Peerless participates in E-verify and is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. All positions subject to post offer drug screening and background checks.
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