Waterjet Operator

Anderson International Corp•Stow, OH

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Waterjet Operator is a direct labor position responsible for the safe, accurate, and efficient setup and operation of the OMAX abrasive waterjet to produce parts to print. As a secondary responsibility, the operator cuts raw material to length on the saw(s) to support waterjet and downstream machining operations. The operator inspects their own work to the drawing, keeps work order labor and inventory transactions accurate in the ERP system, and reports scrap and nonconformances promptly so that schedule, cost, and quality information stay reliable.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, including dimensions, tolerances, and basic GD&T.
Proficient with precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, tape, squares) and shop math (fractions, decimals, metric/imperial conversion).
Basic computer skills; experience entering labor and transactions in an ERP or shop-floor system preferred.
Strong attention to detail, ownership of quality, and dependable attendance.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team, and to communicate problems clearly and early.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of experience operating a CNC waterjet, laser, or plasma cutting system preferred; OMAX experience is a strong plus.
Experience operating horizontal and/or vertical band saws in a manufacturing environment.
Forklift and overhead crane experience preferred (certification provided as required).

Responsibilities

Set up and run the OMAX waterjet; load and select the correct program/nest (OMAX Layout/Make), set material type and thickness, establish origin, and verify cut quality before running production.
Monitor abrasive (garnet) supply and flow, nozzle/orifice condition, pump pressure, and tank water level; perform daily checks and operator-level PM and record them in the PM log.
Cut material to length on the saw(s) per work order and cut list; select the correct blade, speed, and feed; manage remnants and drop for reuse; deburr and identify cut pieces.
Read and interpret engineering drawings, dimensions, and tolerances; perform first-piece and in-process inspection using tape measures, calipers, micrometers, squares, and other gauges; stop and escalate when parts do not meet print.
Clock in and out of each work order and operation accurately and in real time so labor hours reflect actual work performed.
Report quantities completed, move parts to the next operation, and complete required ERP transactions at the time the work is done.
Report all scrap with quantity and reason; tag, segregate, and document nonconforming material (NC) and notify the Production Manager and Quality.
Verify and report material and part quantities issued, consumed, and remaining; identify and label remnants and report count discrepancies.
Safely load and unload plate and bar stock using overhead crane, hoists, and forklift (when certified); stage finished parts with correct identification and paperwork.
Follow all safety procedures, lockout/tagout, and PPE requirements; keep the waterjet, saw, and surrounding area clean and organized.
Report machine issues, material shortages, print or process problems (including through the Process Issue Report), and schedule risks to the Production Manager promptly; communicate status at shift handoff.
Participate in daily Gemba walks and suggest improvements to setup time, nesting/material utilization, cut quality, and workflow.