Saw Operator

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Saw Operator Job Description

The purpose of this job is to locate and stage material, set up and operate saws to meet quality and production requirements, perform light maintenance, and complete required paperwork.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate band saw machines to cut metal stock pieces to specified dimensions.
• Adjust speed / feed rate and tension of the blade using control settings.
• Install saw blade and set blade tension and cutting speed for specified operations.
• Set saw blade angle to obtain desired angle cuts using a wrench.
• Set stops and guides to control the dimension of cut using a steel rule and wrenches.
• Position and secure stock against stops or in feeding devices.
• Start the flow of coolant against the cutting area and start the machine.
• Observe machine operation and replace defective cutting blades or wheels using hand tools.
• Mount pieces in holding devices and ensure proper use of saws.
• Operate saws to cut along scribed or measured dimensions.
• Verify dimensions of finished workpieces using calipers and measuring tape.
• Operate overhead cranes.
• Clean operated equipment and perform light day-to-day maintenance.
• Notify maintenance technicians of any needed repairs and inform managers of potential safety concerns.

Essential Skills

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Why Work Here?

Join a globally recognized company with over 10,000 employees in 30 countries, offering stability and longevity as most employees have been with the company for over 20 years. Enjoy great benefits including BCBS health insurance from day one, a 3% 401k match, quarterly profit sharing, and 3 weeks of PTO from the start. Benefit from employee appreciation events and a supportive work culture.

Work Environment

Work in a metals environment characterized by its loudness due to multiple machines and saws operating simultaneously. Safety is a priority, and the facility is clean, organized, and well-lit but not climate-controlled.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Carol Stream, IL.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $20.00 / hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Carol Stream,IL.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 19, 2026.

About Aerotek :

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies’ construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Company Description

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills, and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry – from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role in solving companies’ construction, manufacturing, and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are-everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.