Water Jet Operator (2nd Shift)
About The Position
The Water Jet Operator performs basic water jet operation tasks, including interpreting work instructions, gathering related work documents, loading and unloading material using a crane, securing parts with clamps and shims, filling the media hopper, and conducting in-process inspections with tools such as calipers, micrometers, and pin gauges. The role also requires basic shop math and print reading, intermediate troubleshooting based on cut programs, flow rates, and media, full setups, general water jet maintenance, and basic programming. This is an onsite manufacturing role in a setting with heavy machinery, noise, and other typical shop conditions. The regular second-shift schedule is Monday through Friday, 2:30 PM to 11:00 PM. Paid on-the-job training is provided for 8–12 weeks on second shift. Compensation is $21–$25 per hour depending on experience, plus a $2-per-hour second-shift differential, quarterly incentive bonus, and overtime opportunities.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in water jet operation.
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proficiency in operating water jet machinery and understanding water jet cutting principles.
- Ability to safely handle and manipulate materials using a crane and other equipment.
- Skill in using calipers, micrometers, and pin gauges for quality control.
- Strong grasp of basic shop math and ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
- Ability to identify and address operational issues and perform basic troubleshooting.
- Basic knowledge of water jet machine maintenance, including pump, head, and fluid maintenance.
- Basic programming skills for water jet machinery.
- Willingness to learn.
- Punctuality.
- Ability to meet the physical demands of frequent standing, walking, sitting, bending, squatting, stooping, reaching, gripping, and operating hand or power tools.
- Ability to occasionally lift, carry, push, or pull items up to 35 pounds.
Nice To Haves
- Machinist certificate.
- Previous experience with machine maintenance and programming.
- Additional technical training in water jet operation or related fields.
Responsibilities
- Set up and operate water jet machinery according to work instructions and cut programs.
- Safely load and unload materials using a crane, ensuring proper placement and alignment.
- Secure workpieces using clamps, shims, or other appropriate methods to maintain accuracy during cutting.
- Fill and maintain the media hopper with the required abrasive material according to job specifications.
- Conduct in-process inspections using calipers, micrometers, and pin gauges.
- Apply basic shop math and interpret engineering drawings or blueprints for setup and task execution.
- Identify and address operational issues and perform intermediate troubleshooting based on cut programs, flow rates, and media requirements.
- Perform routine maintenance on water jet equipment, including the pump, head, and fluids.
- Perform basic programming tasks for the water jet machine.
- Maintain consistent and reliable attendance on the assigned shift.
Benefits
- Paid on-the-job training.
- Quarterly incentive bonus.
- Overtime opportunities.
- Second-shift differential of $2 per hour.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
