Water Jet Operator

WELDFIT•Houston, TX

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Water Jet Operator is responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining water jet cutting machine to shape and cut a wide variety of materials according to production specifications. This role ensures precision, quality, and efficiency in daily operations, while strictly adhering to safety standards and maintenance protocol

Requirements

High School Diploma or equivalent
Prior experience in similar job
Capability of lifting up to 50 lbs. on a regular basis
Ability to stand, walk, bend and climb
High Level of manual dexterity
Good mechanical aptitude
Verbal Communication in English
English Reading Skills
English Writing Skills
Time Management Skills
Mathematic Aptitude

Nice To Haves

Spanish Language Skills is a plus

Responsibilities

Read and interpret blueprints, CAD drawings, and work orders to determine specifications.
Set up and operate water jet cutting equipment to cut specific metals.
Select appropriate tools, materials, and set ups for each job.
Inspect finished products to ensure quality and adherence to design tolerances.
Perform routine adjustments to machines to improve cut quality or resolve issues.
Collaborate with supervisors to meet production goals.
Machine Setup: Prepare and calibrate water jet machinery for each job based on material type and thickness.
Nozzle and Abrasive Management: Install, monitor, and replace nozzles and manage abrasive flow rate and type.
Material Handling: Load and secure raw materials safely onto the cutting bed.
Control Software Operation: Use CNC systems to program and run cutting sequences.
Fixture and Tooling Management: Set up and maintain proper fixtures and tooling to ensure part stability during cutting.
Cut Quality Monitoring: Continuously monitor machine performance and cut quality during operation, making adjustments as needed.
Preventative Maintenance: Perform regular maintenance tasks such as cleaning filters, checking fluid levels, inspecting lines and seals, and reporting wear-and-tear.
Troubleshooting and Repairs: Identify mechanical or software issues and work with maintenance technicians to resolve problems promptly.
Workplace Safety Compliance: Adhere to all workplace safety regulations, wear appropriate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment), and maintain a clean and hazard-free work environment.
Emergency Procedures: Understand and follow emergency shut-down procedures and report all safety incidents or near misses immediately to the supervisor.