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Saw Operator

Aerotek
  • Elgin, IL
  • $18–$20 Per Hour
  • Full-time
  • Instant Apply
2 days ago

Job Description

Saw Operator (CNC Saw / CNC Grinder)

Climate-Controlled Facility | Career Growth Opportunities | Bonus Potential

2nd & 3rd Shift Openings

Join a Company That Invests in Your Future

We're looking for a dependable and detail-oriented Saw Operator to join our production team. In this role, you'll operate CNC saws or grinders to process steel materials to precise specifications while gaining valuable skills in machining, quality inspection, forklift operation, and overhead crane operation.

If you enjoy working with machinery, taking accurate measurements, and being part of a professional manufacturing environment, this is an excellent opportunity to build a long-term career.

What You'll Do

  • Operate CNC saws and grinders to cut and process steel materials according to production requirements
  • Review work orders and verify dimensions, tolerances, and material specifications before production
  • Set up machines and adjust machine settings to ensure quality and efficiency
  • Load steel materials using lift-assisted cranes and other material handling equipment
  • Position and align materials for accurate cutting and grinding operations
  • Monitor machine performance and make adjustments as needed to maintain quality standards
  • Inspect finished products using calipers, micrometers, and tape measures
  • Record measurements and quality checks accurately for production and traceability purposes
  • Convert decimal measurements to fractional dimensions when required
  • Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
  • Work closely with supervisors and team members to resolve production or quality issues
  • Participate in training programs for forklift and overhead crane certification

What We're Looking For

  • Previous machine operation experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and desire to learn CNC equipment
  • Ability to read work orders, specifications, and measurement requirements
  • Experience using measuring tools such as calipers, micrometers, and tape measures
  • Good math skills, including working with fractions and decimals
  • Strong attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work
  • Ability to follow safety procedures and work effectively in a production environment

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience operating CNC saws, grinders, or similar production equipment
  • Experience working with steel or metal products
  • Forklift or overhead crane experience
  • Machine setup experience
  • Strong organizational and problem-solving skills

Why Join Us?

Quarterly performance bonuses of up to $1,000 per quarter after conversion

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Competitive 401(k) with company match

Paid time off that increases with tenure

Company-provided uniforms

Annual steel-toe boot allowance

Paid forklift and overhead crane certification training

Clean, organized, climate-controlled facility

Stable company with opportunities for long-term career growth

Work Environment

You'll work in a well-maintained, climate-controlled manufacturing facility with modern CNC equipment and a strong focus on safety and quality. The environment is clean and organized, with typical machining fluids and equipment found in a professional metalworking operation. Employees are provided uniforms and safety gear, and receive hands-on training to develop new skills and advance their careers.

Openings are on 2nd and 3rd shift. Candidates will train on 1st shift for a few weeks.

2nd Shift: 2:30pm - 11:00pm

3rd Shift: 11:00pm - 7:30am

If you're mechanically inclined, comfortable working with measurements, and looking for a company that values training and growth, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today!

Job Type & Location

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

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $20.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

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)

Job Type & Location

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

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 10, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Elgin,IL.

About Aerotek

Aerotek® Inc. provides staffing and services solutions in manufacturing, logistics, construction, aviation, facilities and maintenance. We provide the expertise, solutions and people required to rise to the challenges of North American industry. Headquartered in Hanover, Md., Aerotek operates a unified network of over 200 offices across North America, supporting more than 18,000 clients each year. Aerotek is an Allegis Group company, the global leader in workforce and business solutions. To learn more, visit: Aerotek.com | 1-888-AEROTEK.

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.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI):
We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.

Numbers & Facts

LocationElgin, IL
Job TypeFull-time
IndustryStaffing/Employment Agencies
Salary$18–$20 Per Hour
Company Size10,000 employees or more
Year Founded1983
Websitehttps://www.aerotek.com/

About Company

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.  

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.

Skills

  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)unmatched
  • Aviation Industryunmatched
  • Business Solutionsunmatched
  • CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) Systemsunmatched
  • Candidate Screeningunmatched
  • Constructionunmatched
  • Consultingunmatched
  • Craneunmatched
  • Detail Orientedunmatched
  • Facilities and Maintenanceunmatched
  • Forkliftunmatched
  • Grindingunmatched
  • Logisticsunmatched
  • Machiningunmatched
  • Machining Operationsunmatched
  • Manufacturingunmatched
  • Manufacturing Operationsunmatched
  • Mathematicsunmatched
  • Metalworkingunmatched
  • Organizational Skillsunmatched
  • Performance Analysisunmatched
  • Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
  • Production Specificationsunmatched
  • Production Systemsunmatched
  • Quality Controlunmatched
  • Quality Managementunmatched
  • Quality Metricsunmatched
  • Safety Processunmatched
  • Safety/Work Safetyunmatched
  • Tolerance Analysisunmatched
  • Traceabilityunmatched
  • Training Programunmatched

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