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Job Title: CNC Saw Operator

Job Description

The CNC Saw Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining CNC saws to cut materials such as metal, wood, or plastic according to specifications, blueprints, and/or work orders. The operator ensures efficient production while maintaining high standards of quality and safety.

Responsibilities

+ Read and interpret engineering blueprints, specifications, and work orders to determine material requirements and cutting sequences.

+ Select, load, and secure appropriate materials onto the saw bed.

+ Set up and adjust cutting tools, guides, stops, and other saw components.

+ Load and execute CNC programs; make necessary adjustments to machine controls such as speed, feed rate, and depth of cut to ensure proper material cutting.

+ Operate the CNC saw, monitoring its performance and output.

+ Inspect finished materials for conformance to specifications using precision measuring instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and tape measures.

+ Perform basic troubleshooting and make minor corrections to offset dimensional errors.

+ Document inspection results and maintain detailed production logs.

+ Perform routine preventative maintenance on the saw, including cleaning, lubrication, and basic repairs.

+ Identify and report machine malfunctions or maintenance needs to the supervisor.

+ Adhere strictly to all company safety policies and procedures, including wearing required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

+ Maintain a clean and organized work area.

Essential Skills

+ 1+ years experience operating CNC equipment

+ Basic understanding of G&M code

+ Proficiency in blueprint reading

+ Experience with CNC setup, changeovers, and machining

+ Familiarity with precision measuring instruments like calipers and tape measures

Additional Skills & Qualifications

+ Experience with CNC programming and G&M codes

+ Knowledge of machine operation, tooling, and assembly

Why Work Here?

Enjoy varied types of projects, from custom one-off pieces to large production runs, offering a dynamic work experience. Benefit from a close-knit culture that values fun and quality. Opportunities for continued training, education, and advancement into lead roles as the company grows. Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, along with paid vacation and holidays and tuition reimbursement.

Work Environment

Work the first shift from 5:00 am to 3:30 pm, Monday through Thursday, with flexibility to adjust start time to 6:00 am to 4:30 pm if needed.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $24.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job

classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be

subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits

available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

• Short and long-term disability

• Health Spending Account (HSA)

• Transportation benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Johnston,IA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Nov 3, 2025.

About Aerotek:

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.