Waterjet Operator

Janicki IndustriesSedro Woolley, WA
Onsite

About The Position

At Janicki Industries, we turn complex ideas into real-world solutions through advanced engineering and manufacturing. Our teams design and build innovative structures, tooling, and systems that support industries including aerospace, space, defense, marine, and architecture. Across every role, from engineers and technicians to operations and support teams, our people help solve challenging problems, push the limits of design and manufacturing, and create solutions that make a lasting impact. This position is located on-site in Sedro-Woolley, Washington State. The Waterjet Operator will work according to supervisor’s direction, programming and operating Waterjet Cutting machines used to cut panels to various design specifications.

Requirements

  • Must be a US Citizen or of Legal Permanent Resident Status as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b (a) (3) due to ITAR and EAR regulations.
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship Required).
  • Must agree to enter a Continuous Evaluation program.
  • High School diploma or GED plus 1-2 year of college (or comparable work experience).
  • Must have CNC experience.
  • Must have CAD-CAM programming experience.
  • Must have basic computer and math skills.
  • Must have 3+ yrs. of mechanical hands-on experience.
  • Effective communication skills in the English language, verbal and written.
  • Excellent computer and typing skills.
  • Ability to communicate technical data effectively.
  • Must pass a preemployment drug test prior to starting employment.

Nice To Haves

  • Special Access Program or other Government Access Requirements are mandatory for this position.

Responsibilities

  • Oversees all aspects of the Waterjet programmer.
  • Releases Work Orders.
  • Reads, interprets and follows work orders, lay-up sheets, drawings and work instructions.
  • Accesses and uploads programming files.
  • Creates dimensional drawings.
  • Creates and maximizes nesting layouts.
  • Administers daily job tasks and sets priorities for Waterjet and support Techs on both day and swing shifts.
  • Carries out methods needed to do the job successfully.
  • Loads material to be cut for specific projects.
  • Manages materials inventory.
  • Inspects finished product for conformance to design specifications.
  • Completes documentation of product, processes and equipment including work orders entries, labels, and job cost tracking sheets.
  • Ensures the Quality of our products continually meets or exceeds our customer’s requirements.
  • Enforces 5S, Janicki Industries Rules and Safety Practices, and keeps work areas clean and organized.
  • Enforces AS9100 and Nadcap Standards and Practices throughout all work performed.
  • Schedules maintenance and performs monthly maintenance on the water jet machine.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Works well under pressure, meeting and completing multiple deadlines.
  • Demonstrates cooperative behavior with colleagues and supervisors.

Benefits

  • Discretionary bonus
  • 401(k) matching
  • Vacation
  • Health benefits
  • Additional pay for off-shifts
  • Additional pay for off-site work
  • Access pay
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance with employer contribution
  • Disability insurance
  • Life/AD&D insurance
  • HSA (Health Savings Account) with employer contribution
  • FSA (Flexible Savings Account)
  • 401k with employer matching
  • Paid time off
  • Paid holidays (including two floating holidays)
  • Education reimbursement program
  • Several shift options
  • Premium pay for off-shifts
  • Premium pay for security clearance if applicable
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