Saw Operator Machine Shop

W. H. Leary Company is searching for a Saw Operator to support our Machine Shop and operations. This role is a key contributor to the preparation, and movement of material and machined components, requiring strong attention to detail and collaboration across teams.

If you’re looking for a special place to build or grow your career, you’ve found it. Whether you’re an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, W. H. Leary is a place where you can apply your existing skills and learn new ones in an environment where you can make an impact.

Your responsibilities as a Saw Operator include:

• Calibrate and set up sawing machines for specific job orders, including the selection and installation of appropriate blades and attachments.
• Position, secure, and mark materials on the machine to prepare for the cutting process.
• Operate sawing equipment to cut various materials, monitoring the machine’s performance throughout the process.
• Use measurement tools like calipers and micrometers to inspect finished pieces for accuracy and conformance to specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance on saws, which includes cleaning, lubricating, and replacing worn components such as blades and belts.
• File, grind, or smooth the rough edges and surfaces of cut pieces to meet finishing requirements.
• Keep detailed records of daily production output and complete all required administrative paperwork.

Your qualifications must consist of:

• Ability to read and interpret diagrams

• Ability to measure and mark material for cutting

• Ability to maintain sawing equipment

• Attention to detail

• Manual dexterity

• Ability to follow instructions

You will love working here because:

• We recognize that our talented employees are our most valuable asset
• We offer competitive compensation packages including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage, a 401(k) retirement plan with a generous company match and paid time-off

W. H. Leary is committed to being an equal opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against any employee or applicant based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, or veteran status.

You should be proficient in:

• Material Handler Experience
• Heavy Material Handling
• Precision Measurement & Hand Metrology
• Shop Math Skills
• Blueprint Reading