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Wastequip

Machine Operator

Mt Sterling, KY · Morehead, KY · Lexington, KY · Winchester, KY · Jeffersonville, KY · Richmond, KY

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Seniority
Mid level
Country
US
Work mode
On-site / unstated
First seen by hirly
2 Sept 2026

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Job Description:

WQ Mount Sterling is looking for an experienced Industrial Band Saw operator. You will be joining a skilled manufacturing Team working in the Garbage Truck/Container industry. This role will involve setting up and operating our Mid-Sized Band Saw we use to cut Steel Tube, Aluminum/Steel Flat Bar as well as several different Plastics for our machining department. You will be responsible for changing blades on the machine, ensuring quality and efficiency throughout the machining process.

Hourly Pay: $22.75/hr + $2/hr shift differential for being on 2nd

Key Responsibilities

  • Saw Operation: Sets up machine by retrieving the correct material the print has called for then cutting to the specified lengths.
  • Material Handling: Unloads parts as they are cut and stacks onto pallets as well as recording and scraping out ends that are unusable. Cleans and deburrs all cut pats.
  • Multi-Tasking:
  • Performs first-piece and in-process inspection by checking material thickness and dimensions of part per blueprint using calipers, tape measure and/or calculator.
  • Cleans Saw and may perform minor preventive maintenance such as checking coolant levels, hydraulic oil levels and maintaining the blade.
  • Completes all production paperwork required.

Other Duties: Perform additional tasks assigned by the Supervisor/Manager.

Key Qualifications:

  • At least 1-2 years’ operating and setting up Sawa
  • Ability to use measuring devices Ruler, Caliper, as well as read and understand basic prints
  • Must be able to work by alone as well as in a Team setting
  • Ability to work overtime when needed

Company Benefits:

2 Medical Plan Options - Base HSA (High Deductible) and Buy-Up

Medical Plans

Prescription (Rx) Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

2 Dental Plan Options - Base Dental and Buy-Up Dental Plans

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA’s)

Health Care FSA

Dependent Care FSA

Company Paid Base Life Insurance

Company Paid Accident, Death & Dismemberment Insurance

Company Paid Business Travel Accident Insurance

Company Paid Disability Insurance

▪ Short-Term Disability (STD) and Base Long-Term Disability (LTD)

Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Voluntary Hospital, Accident & Critical Illness (Cancer) Insurance

401(K) Retirement Plan with 50% Company Match

Voluntary Pet Insurance

Vacation and Personal/Sick Time

Paid Grandparent Leave

Paid Bonding Leave

Adoption Assistance

Education Assistance (Tuition Reimbursement)

About Wastequip

Wastequip got its start in 1989 with containers and compactors. But, today, we have evolved into so much more than just a manufacturer of high-quality steel containers and compactors. We are the waste industry’s only All-in-One solutions provider – from carts and containers to collect waste to hoists and trash trucks to move the waste to parts, service and technology to keep your operation running smoothly.

While we’re proud to be North America’s leading manufacturer of waste handling equipment, we are equally proud to be a driving force for enhanced sustainability across the waste industry. We are consistently striving to improve our own operations while making it easier for our customers to do the right thing – building a brighter future for all.

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