Saw Operator**
**Job Description**
We are seeking a dedicated Saw Operator for a flexible first shift position, working from 5am to 3pm, Monday through Thursday, with additional hours on Friday and Saturday as needed. The start time can be adjusted between 1am to 5am to accommodate individual preferences. This role involves precise cutting of stock materials, up to 36 inches in diameter, using various saws, such as band saws or circular saws. The position requires reading blueprints and shop drawings to determine the size and shape of final products, ensuring efficient use of raw materials.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate machinery according to training documents.
+ Understand and manage machine controls to maintain proper sizing of parts.
+ Read and interpret blueprints and shop drawings.
+ Install saw blades and ensure proper placement of guards.
+ Set up saw operations using appropriate tools.
+ Load and unload parts being cut.
+ Adjust machines to accurately shape parts to required specifications.
+ Maximize the number of pieces cut from raw materials.
**Essential Skills**
+ Experience operating saws, including band saws and circular saws.
+ Proficiency in reading tape measures for precise measurements.
+ Strong math and measurement skills.
+ Heavy manufacturing experience.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Prior saw experience is a plus.
+ Ability to use basic math, especially adding fractions.
+ No certifications required.
**Why Work Here**
Join a smaller, family-owned business with a supportive team environment. This entry-level position offers opportunities for skill development and advancement, potentially leading to training in machining tools like lathes and mills. The company proudly serves prestigious clients, including NASA, contributing to missions such as Mars exploration. Employees enjoy a great work-life balance and the chance to grow within the organization.
**Work Environment**
Work in a graphite machine shop, which may be dirty and dusty, with varying temperatures throughout the year. Teamwork is emphasized, with five employees typically collaborating in this department. Opportunities exist to transfer between shifts. The company provides uniforms upon direct hire and showers for those who wish to clean up before leaving work.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Denver, Pennsylvania.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $19.00/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)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Denver,PA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 29, 2025.
**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.
**Job Description**
We are seeking a dedicated Saw Operator for a flexible first shift position, working from 5am to 3pm, Monday through Thursday, with additional hours on Friday and Saturday as needed. The start time can be adjusted between 1am to 5am to accommodate individual preferences. This role involves precise cutting of stock materials, up to 36 inches in diameter, using various saws, such as band saws or circular saws. The position requires reading blueprints and shop drawings to determine the size and shape of final products, ensuring efficient use of raw materials.
**Responsibilities**
+ Operate machinery according to training documents.
+ Understand and manage machine controls to maintain proper sizing of parts.
+ Read and interpret blueprints and shop drawings.
+ Install saw blades and ensure proper placement of guards.
+ Set up saw operations using appropriate tools.
+ Load and unload parts being cut.
+ Adjust machines to accurately shape parts to required specifications.
+ Maximize the number of pieces cut from raw materials.
**Essential Skills**
+ Experience operating saws, including band saws and circular saws.
+ Proficiency in reading tape measures for precise measurements.
+ Strong math and measurement skills.
+ Heavy manufacturing experience.
**Additional Skills & Qualifications**
+ Prior saw experience is a plus.
+ Ability to use basic math, especially adding fractions.
+ No certifications required.
**Why Work Here**
Join a smaller, family-owned business with a supportive team environment. This entry-level position offers opportunities for skill development and advancement, potentially leading to training in machining tools like lathes and mills. The company proudly serves prestigious clients, including NASA, contributing to missions such as Mars exploration. Employees enjoy a great work-life balance and the chance to grow within the organization.
**Work Environment**
Work in a graphite machine shop, which may be dirty and dusty, with varying temperatures throughout the year. Teamwork is emphasized, with five employees typically collaborating in this department. Opportunities exist to transfer between shifts. The company provides uniforms upon direct hire and showers for those who wish to clean up before leaving work.
**Job Type & Location**
This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Denver, Pennsylvania.
**Pay and Benefits**
The pay range for this position is $17.00 - $19.00/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)
**Workplace Type**
This is a fully onsite position in Denver,PA.
**Application Deadline**
This position is anticipated to close on Jul 29, 2025.
**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.
Job ID: 485505349
Originally Posted on: 7/16/2025
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