About the role
Metal sawyers are specialized in metalworking and work with sawing various types of metal materials. They use different sawing tools and techniques to cut material to the correct size and shape for further processing or construction. Education can vary from vocational high school education to apprenticeship programs within the industry.Responsibilities
Metal sawyers are responsible for setting up and monitoring saw machines to ensure accurate cuts. They read blueprints and work orders to understand the specifications of the parts to be sawed. Maintenance of the sawing equipment and quality control of the sawed components are also an important part of their job duties.Skills and tools
Metal sawyers must have good knowledge in handling sawing tools such as band saws and circular saws. They need technical understanding to read blueprints and precision to measure and mark materials. Workplace safety and the ability to perform regular maintenance on machines are key skills.