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Weekend Saw Machine Operator Jobs in Chicago, IL

Machine Operator

Niles, IL · On-site

$21.55/hr

Weekend: Fri/Saty/Sun: 5:00am - 6:30pm | $21.55 per hour * 2nd shift: Mon-Thur: 4:00pm - 2:30am | $21.00 per hour As a Machine Operator, you will safely operate, monitor, and maintain production ...

Weekend: Fri/Saty/Sun: 5:00am - 6:30pm | $21.55 per hour * 2nd shift: Mon-Thur: 4:00pm - 2:30am | $21.00 per hour As a Machine Operator, you will safely operate, monitor, and maintain production ...

Machine Operator - West Chicago, IL Are you excited by the idea of working with cutting-edge ... occasional weekend work. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and ...

Machine Operator - $16.50/Hr. This position is temporary with an opportunity to be hired full-time. ... weekends as needed Location: Frankfort, IL Schedule/Shift Details 7:30am - 3:30 pm Monday - Friday ...

Overview BAHCO Band Saw Brand, The Leader in Metal Cutting Technology, seeks a professional outside ... Mechanically inclined and capable of operating / adjusting machines; technical knowledge of metal ...

Machine Operator

Chicago, IL · On-site

$17.50 - $19/hr

Monday through Friday, no weekends, no required overtime. * Retirement plan with 401k. * Health ... We are currently seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Machine Operator/Factory Worker to join our ...

BAHCO ® Band Saw Brand, The Leader in Metal Cutting Technology, seeks a professional outside sales ... Mechanically inclined and capable of operating / adjusting machines; technical knowledge of metal ...

Machine Operator - Weekends Geneva, IL Work 24 Hours. Get Paid for 36. Full Benefits. Want a 4-day ... Our compressed weekend shift is designed to maximize your earnings while giving you more time ...

Overview BAHCO ® Band Saw Brand, The Leader in Metal Cutting Technology, seeks a professional ... Mechanically inclined and capable of operating / adjusting machines; technical knowledge of metal ...

Machine Operator

Geneva, IL

$16.50 - $19.75/hr

Help train and assist operators as required. * Move, load and unload products. * Maintain quality ... May require overtime and weekend hours. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Along with a fulfilling role at a ...

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Saw Operator (2nd Shift)

Elgin, IL · On-site

$16.75 - $20/hr

Job Summary Set up, operate, or tend to sawing machines. Essential Functions ● Set up, operate ... Troubleshooting - Determining causes of operating errors and deciding what to do about it.

Machine Operator

Geneva, IL

$16.50 - $19.75/hr

Help train and assist operators as required. * Move, load and unload products. * Maintain quality ... May require overtime and weekend hours. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Along with a fulfilling role at a ...

Machine Operator

Geneva, IL · On-site

$18.68 - $25.27/hr

Help train and assist operators as required. * Move, load and unload products. * Maintain quality ... May require overtime and weekend hours. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU Along with a fulfilling role at a ...

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How much do weekend saw machine operator jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend saw machine operator in Chicago, IL is $18.72, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $16.83 and $20.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Weekend Saw Machine Operator vs Weekend Forklift Operator?

AspectWeekend Saw Machine OperatorWeekend Forklift Operator
Required CertificationsOSHA saw machine operation certification, safety trainingForklift certification, OSHA safety training
Work EnvironmentFactories, lumber yards, manufacturing plantsWarehouses, distribution centers, manufacturing facilities
Industry UsageWoodworking, construction, manufacturingLogistics, warehousing, manufacturing

Both roles require safety certifications and involve working in industrial environments. The main difference lies in the equipment operated: the Weekend Saw Machine Operator handles saw machinery in manufacturing or woodworking, while the Weekend Forklift Operator manages forklifts in warehouse settings. Understanding these distinctions helps job seekers find roles aligned with their skills and certifications.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Saw Machine Operator job openings in Chicago, IL as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 40% Full Time, 58% Part Time, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,945 per year, or $18.7 per hour.

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Job description

Overview
Manufacturing Company with Career Development Opportunities!
Comprehensive Benefits Package!
Full Time | 1st Shift | Monday - Friday | 5:00am-1:30pm
Must be able to read exact measurements on a tape measure without assistance!
Must be able to read blueprints!
About Us:
Daifuku is the nation's leading independent, U.S.-based provider of intelligent material handling systems. With hundreds of engineers in-house, the company designs, manufactures, integrates, and installs the full spectrum of intra-logistics solutions. We provide leading-edge conveyor and sortation systems, voice and light-directed order fulfillment equipment, controls and software, robotics, mezzanines, and structures.
If you want to join a team of industry leading experts and who want to create an impact on the future of material handling solutions, we want to hear from you!
Responsibilities
Position Summary:
The Machine Operator operates the CNC machine to cut and build rollers, sets up and operates a variety of machines.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Measuring and setting up machines to manufacture a high volume of parts
  • Performing machine shop and mold press operations to support Assembly
  • Detecting defective materials and questionable conditions and reports to the manager
  • Maintaining the work area and equipment in a clean, orderly condition
  • Following safety regulations
  • Performing preventative maintenance on machines
  • Employees are responsible for complying with all requirements of Daifuku's QMS policies and procedures.
  • Employees are to ensure sustainable process outputs that drive continuous improvement to provide leading industry performance and exceptional customer satisfaction.

Qualifications
Education and Experience Requirements:
  • High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
  • Minimum of 1 year of related experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Requirements:
  • Ability to use a band saw, hand tools and calipers and perform milling, turning, drilling, taping, deburring, molding, and all bench operations
  • Ability to read blueprints
  • Basic math skills
  • Knowledge of standard and metric measurements
  • Knowledge of quality assurance and self-inspection techniques
  • Self-motivated and detail-oriented
  • Team orientation
  • Ability to read, write, speak, and understand the English language

ADA Requirements:
  • Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
  • Reaching: Extending hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction.
  • Standing: Remaining upright on the feet, particularly for sustained periods of time.
  • Walking: Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
  • Pushing: Using upper extremities to press against something with steady force in order to thrust forward, downward or outward.
  • Pulling: Using upper extremities to exert force in order to draw, drag, haul or tug objects in a sustained motion.
  • Lifting: Raising objects from a lower to a higher position or moving objects horizontally from position to-position. This factor is important if it occurs to a considerable degree and requires the substantial use of the upper extremities and back muscles.
  • Grasping: Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
  • Hearing: Perceiving the nature of sounds at normal speaking levels with or without correction, and having the ability to receive detailed information through oral communication, and making fine discriminations in sound.
  • Repetitive motions: Making substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
  • Visual: The worker is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; visual inspection involving small defects, small parts, and/or operation of machines (including inspection); using measurement devices; and/or assembly or fabrication of parts at distances close to the eyes.

Job Conditions:
  • The worker is subject to: inside environmental conditions: Protection from weather conditions but not necessarily from temperature changes.
  • The worker is subject to: hazards including a variety of physical conditions, such as proximity to moving mechanical parts, moving vehicles, electrical current, working on scaffolding and high places, exposure to high heat or exposure to chemicals.

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