Saw Operator

Aerotek; Canton (GA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

Aerotek is seeking a Saw Operator in Canton, GA for long shifts that run Fri-Sun, with day and night options and differential. You will set up and run buzz saws/bandsaws, read blueprints, and stage plastics for production. The role emphasizes safety, accuracy, and teamwork within a dusty, heavy-duty plant environment.

This contract-to-hire position requires lifting up to 50 lbs and standing 12 hours. Expect competitive hourly pay and on-site work in a large manufacturing facility.

Qualifications

• Experience operating buzz saws and bandsaws.
• Ability to read a tape measure accurately.
• Ability to read blueprints and work instructions.
• Experience in plastics manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate buzz saws and bandsaws in a manufacturing environment.
• Perform precise measurements using a tape measure to ensure accurate cuts.
• Interpret and follow blueprints and work instructions to complete cutting tasks correctly.
• Stage and move product through the warehouse to support production flow.
• Handle and cut plastic materials according to established processes and quality standards.
• Perform basic machine setup, adjustments, and checks to maintain cutting performance.
• Lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Follow safety procedures and use appropriate equipment when operating saws.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in a dusty environment.
• Collaborate with team members and leadership to meet production goals on 12-hour shifts.

Skills

Industrial saw operation

Tape measure reading

Blueprint interpretation

Machinery setup

Plastics manufacturing

Safety procedures

Lift 50 lbs

Dusty environment

Tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Job Title: Saw Operator

Shift: Day Shift 7a-7p Friday-Sunday ($2.00 shift diff)

Night shift 7p-7a Friday-Sunday ($3.00 shift diff)

Job Description

The Saw Operator sets up and operates industrial saw machinery to produce accurate cuts on plastic materials, using tape measures and blueprints to meet production specifications. This role also supports staging product through the warehouse and contributes to safe, efficient operations in a busy manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate buzz saws and bandsaws in an industrial manufacturing environment.
• Perform precise measurements using a tape measure to ensure accurate cuts to specification.
• Interpret and follow blueprints and work instructions to complete cutting tasks correctly.
• Stage and move product through the warehouse as needed to support production flow.
• Handle and cut plastic materials according to established processes and quality standards.
• Perform basic machine setup, adjustments, and checks to maintain optimal cutting performance.
• Lift and move materials weighing up to 50 pounds throughout the workday.
• Follow all safety procedures and use appropriate equipment when operating saws and other machinery.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area in a dusty, machine shop environment.
• Collaborate with team members and leadership to meet production goals on 12-hour shifts.

Essential Skills

• Proven experience operating industrial saw machinery, including buzz saws and bandsaws.
• Ability to accurately read and use a tape measure for precise cuts.
• Basic machine setup skills for saw operation in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience working in plastics manufacturing or similar industrial environment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints for cutting and staging tasks.
• Capability to perform saw cuts consistently and safely to specification.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds and remain on feet for 12-hour shifts.
• Comfort working in a large, industrial plant that is not climate controlled and may be dusty.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Forklift operation experience is a plus.
• Experience working in a typical machine shop or large manufacturing plant environment.
• Familiarity with warehouse staging and material handling processes.

Why Work Here?

Employees benefit from strong growth opportunities, comprehensive medical and dental benefits, and a stable operation with no layoffs in its history. The leadership team is known for being caring and supportive, fostering a culture that values long-term employment, safety, and professional development.

Work Environment

This role is based in a large industrial plant with a typical machine shop environment that is not climate controlled and can be dusty. The position is physically demanding, with employees on their feet all day and regularly lifting up to 50 pounds. Shifts follow a 12-hour schedule on Friday through Sunday, with a day shift from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. and a night shift from 7:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. The day shift offers a $2.00 shift differential, and the night shift offers a $3.00 shift differential.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Canton, GA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $22.00 - $27.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your jobclassification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may besubject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefitsavailable for this temporary role may include the following:

Medical, dental & visionCritical Illness, Accident, and Hospital401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions availableLife Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)Short and long-term disabilityHealth Spending Account (HSA)Transportation benefitsEmployee Assistance ProgramTime Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 26, 2026.

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Canton,GA.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI)

We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.