Waterjet Operator
About The Position
Join ENTEK in Lebanon, Oregon. ENTEK is excited to welcome a Waterjet Operator to our team in Lebanon, Oregon. If you enjoy precision manufacturing, operating advanced CNC equipment, and producing high-quality components in a fast-paced fabrication environment, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career. As a Waterjet Operator, you'll operate CNC Waterjet cutting equipment to fabricate precision metal components that support ENTEK's manufacturing operations. You'll work closely with Programming, Engineering, Production, and Quality teams to ensure products meet customer specifications while maintaining the highest standards of safety, quality, and efficiency.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED
- One (1) year of CNC machining, manufacturing, or industrial production experience preferred
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and manufacturing documentation
- Basic understanding of CNC machine operation and manufacturing processes
- Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
- Ability to perform quality inspections using precision measuring equipment
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality standards
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Strong organizational and time-management abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Nice To Haves
- Experience operating Flow or similar CNC Waterjet systems
- Experience with laser cutting or sheet metal fabrication
- Experience utilizing precision measuring equipment
- Lean Manufacturing and 5S experience
- Experience supporting production schedules in a manufacturing environment
Responsibilities
- Operate CNC Waterjet cutting equipment, including Flow and similar Waterjet systems
- Set up production jobs according to schedules, work instructions, and program requirements
- Load and unload raw materials using approved material handling equipment
- Execute cutting programs accurately and efficiently to meet production goals
- Read and interpret blueprints, engineering drawings, work orders, and manufacturing documentation
- Monitor machine performance and cut quality throughout production runs
- Inspect finished parts using precision measuring tools to verify compliance with specifications
- Sort, label, identify, and stage completed parts for downstream manufacturing operations
- Perform machine setup verification and material alignment activities
- Make routine machine adjustments to maintain production quality and efficiency
- Perform basic preventative maintenance and routine equipment cleaning
- Maintain accurate production records and documentation
- Troubleshoot minor equipment and process issues
- Collaborate with Waterjet Programmers to improve production efficiency and program performance
- Assist with inventory control and material tracking activities
- Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives including 5S, Kaizen events, and continuous improvement projects
- Assist with training new operators and supporting workflow continuity
- Follow all company safety policies, PPE requirements, and standard operating procedures
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
