Saw Operator

We are seeking a skilled Saw Operator to join our team. The role involves utilizing machines in a service center to cut metals to order specifications. You will be working with aviation-grade and some marine metals in a non-climate-controlled environment using band saws and metal saws. The position requires handling materials with a forklift and ensuring precision in all operations.

Responsibilities

• Become an expert in the mechanical operation of one or more saws in the service center.
• Process orders according to customer specifications, ensuring timeliness and accuracy.
• Pull and stage materials to be processed at the saw.
• Retrieve materials from the plate racks using a fork truck.
• Measure materials to exact requirements and enter data accurately into the computer.
• Safely operate cranes, fork trucks, and apply safe rigging techniques.
• Assist in packaging, receiving shipments, and conducting weekly inventory cycle counts.
• Use precision tools such as tape measures, micrometers, nibblers, and calipers.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Adhere to safety rules, regulations, and quality standards.
• Follow all handbook policies and procedures.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two or more years of related experience or training with saws and machinery.
• One or more years in the metals service center industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and Outlook.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Good organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills.
• Ability to measure using different tools and read and calculate numbers and data.
• Ability to work independently and accept direction.
• Operate with high integrity and maintain positive relations with co-workers, customers, and suppliers.
• Strong work ethic and self-motivation.

• One or more years of experience in the metals service center industry is preferred.
• Must have a minimum of 1 year of saw operation experience in aviation or a similar field.
• Experience in manufacturing/warehouse material handling and forklift operation.

The work environment is a non-climate-controlled warehouse with heaters in the winter and large fans in the summer for air circulation. The company is a smaller, locally based organization with approximately 35 employees.

Why Work Here?

Enjoy working in a collaborative and supportive environment with a focus on safety and quality. Our team values integrity and fosters positive relations among co-workers, customers, and suppliers.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Wichita, KS.

The pay range for this position is $39520.00 - $43680.00/yr.

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This is a fully onsite position in Wichita,KS.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.

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.