Saw Operator

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

• Experience in production and saw operation.
• Ability to operate machinery with attention to detail.
• Proficiency in using a tape measure and machine operation.
• Basic shop math skills.

Job Type & Location

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

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: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

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

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 6, 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.