Saw & Forklift Operator — 2nd/3rd Shift

Aerotek; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K

Medical

Dental

Vision

Job summary

Aerotek in Wichita, KS is seeking a Saw Operator for 2nd or 3rd shift to operate plate and bar saws and cut aviation-grade metals to precise customer specifications in a warehouse setting.

You will use band saws, Metlsaw, forklifts, cranes, and precision measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers; the job requires physical effort, strong safety discipline, and reliable teamwork in a production environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of saw operation experience in aviation or a similar field.
• Minimum of 1+ years of manufacturing or warehouse material handling and forklift experience.
• Two or more years of related experience or training working with saws and/or machinery.
• Experience operating band saws and metal saws to cut metals to specification.
• Ability to read, interpret, and calculate numbers and data accurately for order specifications.

Responsibilities

• Operate plate and bar saws as a subject‑matter expert in their mechanical operation.
• Cut metals to exact customer cut‑to‑size specifications using band saws and metal saws.
• Process orders according to specifications and ensure they are completed accurately and on time.
• Pull and stage material at the saw in preparation for processing.
• Measure material to exact requirements using appropriate measuring tools.
• Safely operate cranes and fork trucks and apply safe rigging practices when moving materials.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area throughout the shift.
• Follow safety rules, regulations, and quality standards established for the facility.

Skills

Band saws

Metlsaw

Forklifts

Micrometers

Calipers

Measurements accuracy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Band saws

Metlsaw

Cranes

Fork trucks

Job description

Aerotek in Wichita, KS is seeking a Saw Operator for 2nd or 3rd shift to operate plate and bar saws and cut aviation-grade metals to precise customer specifications in a warehouse setting.

You will use band saws, Metlsaw, forklifts, cranes, and precision measuring tools such as micrometers and calipers; the job requires physical effort, strong safety discipline, and reliable teamwork in a production environment.