Water Jet Operator

Job Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Water Jet Operator to join our manufacturing team. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for operating and maintaining water jet cutting equipment to produce precise components according to technical specifications. Your expertise will ensure high-quality output, safety compliance, and efficient production workflows. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work with advanced machinery and contribute to manufacturing excellence in a fast-paced environment.

Duties

• Set up and operate water jet cutting machines, ensuring accurate calibration and alignment for each job.
• Interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and production documents to determine cutting parameters and material specifications.
• Program water jet machines using CNC (Computer Numerical Control) programming, CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing), and other relevant software tools.
• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and adjustments on water jet equipment to maximize performance and minimize downtime.
• Measure finished parts using precision measurement instruments such as calipers, micrometers, and GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) standards to verify dimensional accuracy.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area while adhering to safety standards in production environments.
• Collaborate with fabrication, assembly, and quality control teams to ensure parts meet strict quality specifications.

Requirements

• Proven experience operating water jet cutting machines in a manufacturing or fabrication setting.
• Strong knowledge of CNC programming, CAM programming, and machine operation principles.
• Familiarity with interpreting mechanical blueprints, technical drawings, and manufacturing documentation.
• Ability to use precision measuring tools such as micrometers, calipers, and shop math for dimensional verification.
• Mechanical aptitude with understanding of industrial equipment troubleshooting and basic mechanical knowledge.
• Experience with CAD software like SolidWorks or similar design tools is preferred.
• Certification or experience with Fanuc controls or programmable logic controllers (PLCs) is a plus.
• Ability to operate forklifts and other warehouse handling equipment safely when needed.
• Knowledge of safety standards in production environments including proper use of hand tools, tooling, packaging materials, and shop safety protocols.

Join our team as a Water Jet Operator if you thrive on precision machining, enjoy working with advanced technology, and are committed to producing high-quality parts efficiently!

Pay: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• On-the-job training
• Paid time off

Work Location: In person