Bridge Saw Operator

willbee; Clarklake (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

HSA Employer Contribution

401k

Job summary

Willbee in Clarklake, Michigan, seeks a skilled Bridge Saw Operator to join their countertop fabrication team. You'll operate a bridge saw for cutting granite, marble, and quartz slabs, ensuring precision and quality in every cut.

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in stone fabrication, a solid understanding of material properties, and is a team player who values safety and craftsmanship. We offer competitive pay, a collaborative environment, and growth opportunities in advanced fabrication roles.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience operating a bridge saw in a stone fabrication environment.
• Solid understanding of stone material properties.
• Comfortable working in a shop environment and lifting heavy slabs safely.

Responsibilities

• Operate a bridge saw to cut stone slabs.
• Read and interpret shop drawings for accurate cuts.
• Perform routine maintenance on the bridge saw.

Skills

Bridge saw operation

Reading cut sheets

Understanding stone properties

Attention to detail

Team communication

Tools

CNC machines

Waterjet cutters

Edge polishing equipment

Job description

About the Role

We're looking for a skilled Bridge Saw Operator to join our countertop fabrication team. If you take pride in clean cuts, love working with natural stone, and know your way around a bridge saw, we'd love to meet you. This is a hands‑on shop role where your precision and craftsmanship directly show up in the finished product that ends up in someone's home or business.

What You'll Do

• Operate a bridge saw to cut granite, marble, quartz, and other natural or engineered stone slabs to customer specifications
• Read and interpret shop drawings, cut sheets, and job templates to ensure accurate dimensions
• Set up and adjust saw blades, water systems, and cutting parameters for different materials and thicknesses
• Inspect slabs for flaws, cracks, or inconsistencies before cutting and flag any issues
• Perform routine maintenance on the bridge saw (blade changes, water filtration checks, calibration)
• Keep your work area clean, safe, and organized wet stone and slab handling require constant attention to safety
• Coordinate with the fabrication team to keep jobs moving on schedule
• Handle and store slabs properly using hoists, A-frames, or other lifting equipment

What We're Looking For

• Hands‑on experience operating a bridge saw in a stone fabrication environment
• Ability to read cut sheets and translate measurements into accurate cuts
• Solid understanding of stone material properties how different stones cut, chip, or behave under the blade
• Strong attention to detail and a commitment to quality
• Comfortable working in a shop environment
• Ability to lift and maneuver heavy slabs safely, with or without mechanical assistance
• Team player who communicates well and keeps things moving
• Experience with CNC machines, waterjet cutters, or edge polishing equipment
• Familiarity with common fabrication software or digital templating tools
• OSHA 10 or relevant safety certification

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a shop environment
• Comfortable lifting 50+ lbs regularly; heavier with team or mechanical assistance
• Fine motor control for precise setups and adjustments

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience
• A collaborative shop team that takes craftsmanship seriously
• Opportunities to grow into more advanced fabrication roles
• Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA Employer Contribution and 401k