Saw Operator - 3rd Shift - $25.95/hour plus $1.00/hour shift differential

Job Description

Job Description

Saw Operator - 3rd Shift - $25.95/hour plus $1.00/hour shift differential

Who we are looking for:

We are currently searching for an experienced saw operator (M-F, occasional Saturdays) to be based out of Harvey, IL approximately 30 miles south of Downtown Chicago. Reporting to the Manufacturing Supervisor, this person will be responsible for set-up and operation of Adige, Hem, band, and circular saws to cut tube, pipe and channels to required lengths. 

The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 2 years’ experience driving a forklift and in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Experience in lean manufacturing or business system-based company is a plus.

What you’ll do:

• Perform routine maintenance checks prior to operation.
• Check to make sure all machine guards/exhausts are operative and in place.
• Check raw material to ensure proper size, gauge, length, and finish.
• Set-up and operate saw for customer orders.
• Load/unload saws with forklifts.
• Must ensure that orders are cut per specifications on the order.
• Check quality of finished parts to meet specs and/or match the sample piece.
• Clean saws and surrounding areas.

What you’ll bring:

• Experience in industrial manufacturing
• Machine operator experience
• Forklift experience
• Ability to pass the post offer employment process with drug screen

Within 3 months, you'll:

• Show progress and/or complete job specific training
• Be well-versed in Atkore's Business System and the importance of your role to daily operations
• Gain a basic understanding of required duties and job expectations.

Who we are:

Atkore is a six-time Great Place to Work© certified company and a four-time Top Workplaces USA award! We are committed to creating an engaged and aligned workforce that drives collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results, stays focused on being standout leaders, and fully supports decisions of the Company. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors, consistent with our core values.

Join our team and align yourself with an industry leader!