CNC Waterjet Operator

Elmet Euclid LLC•Euclid, OH

3d•$20 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

Elmet Technologies is hiring a CNC Waterjet Operator to join our manufacturing team in Euclid, Ohio. This is a hands-on machining role where you’ll operate CNC waterjet equipment to cut precision parts from plate and sheet material. You’ll work from blueprints and work orders, set up the machine for each job, adjust programs and machine parameters, inspect your finished work, and help keep equipment performing at its best. If you’re comfortable around CNC equipment, can read blueprints, and take pride in making parts accurately, this is an opportunity to put those skills to work in advanced manufacturing. This position works directly in an active industrial environment. The job can require frequent movement, climbing, balancing, material handling, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Required PPE may include hearing protection, eye protection, steel-toed footwear, and other protective equipment appropriate to the work. Elmet Technologies is a U.S.-based advanced manufacturer specializing in high-performance refractory metals and precision-engineered products. At our Euclid facility, you’ll work with specialized materials, equipment, and manufacturing processes where precision, quality, and consistency matter. As a CNC Waterjet Operator, you’ll have a direct hand in turning raw material into precision components built to meet demanding requirements.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Can read and interpret complex blueprints and layouts
Understand general manufacturing tolerances
Are comfortable using math as part of machine setup and production
Can use precision measuring and inspection equipment
Pay close attention to details and product quality
Are comfortable troubleshooting equipment and production issues
Can follow established work instructions and production requirements
Are dependable and work well as part of a team
Take safety and equipment care seriously
Can work independently within established procedures

Responsibilities

Read and interpret blueprints, routing sheets, sketches, and other technical information
Determine cutting requirements and appropriate machine setup
Perform daily startup and shutdown procedures on waterjet equipment
Load and unload plate and sheet material onto the cutting table
Select and set up nozzles based on material type and thickness
Load CNC programs and set machine parameters for the job
Make adjustments to preprogrammed instructions when needed to meet product requirements
Remove finished components and inspect them for defects and complete cuts
Perform initial part inspections and verify quality requirements
Use precision measuring and inspection equipment
Keep work moving according to the production schedule
Troubleshoot control or programming issues with supervisors and programming personnel
Operate equipment manually when needed to complete non-automated functions
Load abrasive material into equipment as required
Perform routine preventive maintenance and cleaning
Maintain 5S standards and keep your work area clean, safe, and organized
Put safety first
Set up equipment correctly for each job
Read blueprints and production requirements accurately
Select the right tooling and machine settings for the material
Produce parts that meet dimensional and quality requirements
Inspect their own work and catch problems early
Make appropriate machine or program adjustments
Keep production moving according to schedule
Communicate quickly when programming or equipment problems arise
Take care of the equipment they operate
Complete preventive maintenance consistently
Keep their work area clean and organized
Minimize scrap, material loss, and equipment damage