Saw Operator

About Nox Metals. American factories deserve a supply chain that moves as fast as they do. Nox Metals is building it, along with the tools that run it. We’re a technology company supplying aluminum plate, bar, and rounds to aerospace and defense manufacturers. We use software and automation to supply metal to American factories faster than the industry thought possible.
The role. We’re hiring Saw Operators to turn raw aluminum into accurate, customer-ready parts. You will set up and run industrial saws, verify material and dimensions, and record every cut accurately in our systems.
Precision matters. A safe, accurate cut protects our people, our inventory, and our customer’s schedule. You report to your Production Supervisor.
You will:
Follow all safety procedures, machine-guarding requirements, and material-handling practices
Read work orders and confirm the correct alloy, temper, dimensions, and quantity
Set up and operate industrial bandsaws and related equipment
Measure finished pieces and verify cuts before material moves downstream
Use forklifts, cranes, and lifting equipment after training and certification
Label, stage, and record completed material accurately
Monitor blade condition and perform routine operator-level equipment checks
Escalate quality, equipment, or material discrepancies immediately
Keep the saw area clean and organized
Complete other tasks as assigned
You are:
Serious about safety
Careful with measurements and details
Steady under pressure and unwilling to trade accuracy for speed
Comfortable working with heavy industrial equipment
Coachable and interested in learning the metals trade
Reliable and able to communicate clearly during shift handoffs
Comfortable using software or willing to learn
Able to lift up to 50 lbs. and remain on your feet for a full shift with or without reasonable accommodation
Nice to have:
Experience operating bandsaws, production machinery, or CNC equipment
Familiarity with tape measures, calipers, or other inspection tools
Forklift or overhead-crane experience
Metals, machining, or manufacturing experience
Comfortable using AI tools to work faster and smarter
Benefits:
Equity in Nox Metals
Company-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
This role is full time and in person in Los Angeles.
Nox Metals is an equal opportunity employer. We hire based on skill, attitude, and fit for the work, and we do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, height, weight, marital status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

Experience
Any (new grads ok)

Work arrangement
No