American Steel and Aluminum (ASA), a leading metals supplier and fabricator dating back to 1806, has always prided itself in delivering world-class products to our extensive customer base through a focus on innovation, quality, and integrity.
Our mission has, and always will be, to ensure ASA continues to be an industry leader with unmatched quality, customer service second to none, and a workforce that is inclusive and dynamic.
With customers that span across a multitude of industries – defense, robotics, automotive, industrial, and more – our organization requires a team just as diverse to continue meeting the needs of our customer base.
For ASA, it’s just not about attracting top talent; rather our emphasis on championing continual employee development, providing challenging and rewarding assignments, and leveraging a collaborative team culture is what separates us from our competition.
While we have a rich history that is almost 220 years old, we welcome you to join our growing organization and help usher in the next generation of Team ASA.
Why Join Our Team?
- Transparent & Rewarding Culture!
- Competitive Pay!
- Advancement Opportunities!
- Paid Time Off – Vacation, Personal, Sick, Maternity/Paternity/Family, Bereavement, and Holidays!
- Comprehensive Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance with Blue Cross Blue Shield!
- Flexible Spending Account (Medical & Dependent Care) & Health Savings Account (HSA) Plans!
- Traditional & Roth 401(k) With Company Match!
- Employer Paid Life & Disability Insurance!
- Employee Assistance Program!
- Tuition & Ongoing Development Reimbursement!
- Community Outreach/Volunteer Events!
- Pet Insurance!
- Employee Perks/Discounts On Vacations, Events, & More!
Position Summary
The ASA Saw Machine Operator position's primary duties include, but are not limited to, the setup and operation of machines and completing some secondary operations most productively and efficiently possible. It is the Machine Operator’s responsibility to maintain and ensure the quality of the products produced meet the highest level of quality and the customers’ requirements. The Machine Operator will also be responsible for material handling, packaging, and machine maintenance, including keeping the machine and your work area clean.
What You’ll Do
- Foster a culture of safety awareness and safety prioritization.
- Ensure that quality standards are met, and champion quality ownership of the work center.
- Follow all company rules, policies, and procedures; communicate issues or concerns with division management and/or Corporate.
- Setup and Operate Saws / cutting machines, grinders, or other pieces of equipment, as directed by the Production Supervisor and Operations Manager.
- Inspect material before processing for damage and / or quality defects.
- Perform visual and measured quality inspections during production to ensure products meet the required specifications.
- Utilize and read the appropriate measuring instruments.
- Pack parts as specified on the Work Order or as communicated by the Production Supervisor or Operations Manager.
- Review paperwork for accuracy and confirm that any special requests called out on the Work Order are understood.
- Regularly clean and conduct specified routine maintenance on machines to ensure they are in optimum working condition.
- Perform any other tasks or duties as assigned by the division and/or corporate management team.
Required Skill and Experience
- 1 – 2 years of production experience is required.
- Experience in an industrial/manufacturing environment preferred.
- Experience operating Vertical and Horizontal Band Saws or other metal cutting equipment required.
- Forklift/Overhead Crane Certified preferred.
- Ability to perform several tasks concurrently with ease and professionalism.
- Strong time management and organizational skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.
- Strong attention to detail, process oriented, with excellent judgement skills are essential.
- Must be able to work in a team environment as well as independently.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, verbally and in writing, in English.
- Must be able to keep client, company, and employee matters strictly confidential.
Education Requirements
- A minimum of a High School Diploma or equivalent such as a GED, is required.
- Technical school and/or practical experience is highly preferred.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to support individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions for the job.
- Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
- Ability to perform physical activities that require considerable use of arms and legs and moving the whole body, such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stooping, and handling of materials.
- Close mental and visual attention required, coordinating manual dexterity with mental and visual attention for sustained periods.
- Pass initial drug test and physical.
EEO Statement
American Steel and Aluminum LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, American Steel and Aluminum LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.
American Steel and Aluminum LLC expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of American Steel and Aluminum LLC’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.50 per hour
Experience:
- Production: 1 year (Required)
Shift availability:
Ability to Commute:
- South Portland, ME 04106 (Required)
Work Location: In person
