Saw Operator (1st Shift)

MedStar Health; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

MedStar Health is seeking a Saw Operator for the 1st shift in University Park. The ideal candidate will ensure the accuracy and quality of cut materials, possess experience with precision saws, and adhere to safety protocols. This position offers competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

401K plans with employer-matching contributions

Tuition reimbursement

Paid vacation, sick, and holidays

Short-term and Long-term disability insurance

Qualifications

• 2 years of experience in a similar role preferred.
• Proven experience operating precision saw equipment.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings.

Responsibilities

• Operate saw equipment to cut materials to specifications.
• Inspect cut pieces for quality assurance.
• Perform routine maintenance on saw equipment.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

United States, Illinois, University Park

Job Description
Saw Operator (1st Shift)
Salary Range:

$26.0 - $26.0
Salary Max:

26.00 USD
Req Id:

1230
Workplace Type:

On-Site
Job Shift:

1st
Brand:

Central Steel & Wire
Job Location:

CSW - University Park
Posting Start Date:

6/25/25
Summary

Welcome to Central Steel & Wire, part of the Ryerson Family of Companies, where exceptional career opportunities await. As a leading provider of industrial metal products and services since 1909, we are committed to excellence and best-in-class customer service. Join our team and be a part of a legacy of excellence, where your contributions will be valued, and your development supported. Central Steel & Wires offers a dynamic, quality-focused environment, ideal for advancing your career and making your mark in the metals industry.

As a Saw Operator with Central Steel, you will be responsible for ensuring accuracy and quality when cutting materials in accordance with technical drawings and specifications.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Operating saw equipment to cut materials to specified dimensions with accuracy and precision
• Inspecting cut pieces to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications
• Perform routine maintenance on the saw equipment to ensure optimal performance
• Troubleshoot any issues with the equipment to minimize downtime and maintain efficiency
• Adhear to safety protocols and guidelines to ensure a safe work environment for yourself and others
• Picking and staging feedstock for fulfillment orders
• Breaking down bulk bundles for customer-specific orders
• Packaging of material to customer requirements
• Operating a sit-down or side loader forklift to move material as needed
• Proper completion of paperwork and SAP work order confirmation for shipping/receiving on the computer
• Maximum productivity for finished goods creation
• All other duties as assigned or duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice

Requirements

• Successfully pass a skills-based assessment evaluating reading, math, inspection & measurement, attention to detail, and problem-solving skills
• Proven experience operating precision saw equipment or similar cutting machinery
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Minimum 2 years of similar job experience preferred
• Regular attendance
• Basic math skills
• Basic computer skills and/or comfort using a computer
• Physical ability to pass physical requirements exam for vision, hearing, and mobility
• Successful candidates will be enrolled in a registered apprenticeship program as part of their onboarding and new hire training

Salary: $24.50 - $26.00 per hour. A starting wage higher than $24.50 per hour is based on a level of experience and education that significantly exceeds the minimum requirements and is commensurate with the compensation scale.

Central Steel & Wire offers eligible employees the following benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance programs
• Flexible spending accounts
• 401K plans with employer-matching contributions
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid vacation, sick, and holidays
• Short-term and Long-term disability insurance
• Telehealth and Wellness Programs
• Annual or Sales incentive plan where applicable

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation or preference, and pregnancy), age, national origin, religion, disability or genetic information, marital status, status as a veteran, or any other federal, state or local protected class or artificial barrier