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You’ll work from blueprints and work orders, set up the machine for each job, adjust programs and machine parameters, inspect your finished work, and help keep equipment performing at its best.\nf you’re comfortable around CNC equipment, can read blueprints, and take pride in making parts accurately, this is an opportunity to put those skills to work in advanced manufacturing.\nWhat’s In It for You\nYour hourly wage is just the beginning. Elmet offers competitive pay, bonuses, benefits, and opportunities to grow.\n$20-$30 per hour\n$250 perfect-attendance bonus every month - up to $3,000 per year\nQuarterly production bonus of up to 9%, based on company performance\n4% company match on retirement savings\nBenefits starting Day One\nThree medical plan options\nDental and vision coverage\nCompany-paid life insurance\nCompany-paid short-term and long-term disability\nPaid time off\nPaid company holidays\nTuition assistance\n$1,000 employee referral bonus\nInternal growth opportunities\nWhat You’ll Do\nAs a CNC Operator, Waterjet, you’ll take a job from setup through inspection, making sure the finished part meets the requirements before it moves forward.\nDuring a typical shift, you’ll:\nRead and interpret blueprints, routing sheets, sketches, and other technical information\nDetermine cutting requirements and appropriate machine setup\nPerform daily startup and shutdown procedures on waterjet equipment\nLoad and unload plate and sheet material onto the cutting table\nSelect and set up nozzles based on material type and thickness\nLoad CNC programs and set machine parameters for the job\nMake adjustments to preprogrammed instructions when needed to meet product requirements\nRemove finished components and inspect them for defects and complete cuts\nPerform initial part inspections and verify quality requirements\nUse precision measuring and inspection equipment\nKeep work moving according to the production schedule\nTroubleshoot control or programming issues with supervisors and programming personnel\nOperate equipment manually when needed to complete non-automated functions\nLoad abrasive material into equipment as required\nPerform routine preventive maintenance and cleaning\nMaintain 5S standards and keep your work area clean, safe, and organized\nThe source role gives the operator meaningful responsibility for setup and machine performance, including nozzle selection, program loading, parameter settings, program adjustments, inspection, and troubleshooting.\nRequirements\nYou Could Be a Great Fit!\nWe’re looking for someone who combines mechanical ability with attention to detail. You could be a strong fit if you:\nHave a high school diploma or equivalent\nCan read and interpret complex blueprints and layouts\nUnderstand general manufacturing tolerances\nAre comfortable using math as part of machine setup and production\nCan use precision measuring and inspection equipment\nPay close attention to details and product quality\nAre comfortable troubleshooting equipment and production issues\nCan follow established work instructions and production requirements\nAre dependable and work well as part of a team\nTake safety and equipment care seriously\nCan work independently within established procedures\nPrecision Matters\nYou’ll be working with equipment including:\nCNC Waterjet Equipment\nOptical Comparators\nMicrometers\nDial Calipers\nDial Indicators\nOther Precision Inspection Tools\nThis isn’t simply loading material and pressing a button. You’ll need to understand what the blueprint requires, set up the machine accordingly, monitor the cutting process, inspect your work, and make adjustments when the finished product isn’t meeting requirements.\nWhat Success Looks Like\nSuccessful Machine Operators, Waterjet:\nPut safety first\nSet up equipment correctly for each job\nRead blueprints and production requirements accurately\nSelect the right tooling and machine settings for the material\nProduce parts that meet dimensional and quality requirements\nInspect their own work and catch problems early\nMake appropriate machine or program adjustments\nKeep production moving according to schedule\nCommunicate quickly when programming or equipment problems arise\nTake care of the equipment they operate\nComplete preventive maintenance consistently\nKeep their work area clean and organized\nMinimize scrap, material loss, and equipment damage\nThe last point matters: the underlying job description specifically identifies material loss and equipment damage as potential consequences when production errors aren’t detected.\nBuild Your CNC and Machining Skills\nThis role gives you the opportunity to strengthen skills that translate across precision manufacturing. You’ll be responsible for more than operating the equipment. As your experience grows, you’ll develop a stronger understanding of how machine setup, programming, material characteristics, cutting parameters, and inspection work together to produce a quality part.\nElmet also offers tuition assistance and internal growth opportunities to help you continue developing your career.\nThis Is Hands-On Manufacturing Work\nThis position works directly in an active industrial environment. The job can require frequent movement, climbing, balancing, material handling, and lifting up to 50 pounds. Required PPE may include hearing protection, eye protection, steel-toed footwear, and other protective equipment appropriate to the work.\nBuild Products That Perform Where It Matters\nElmet Technologies is a U.S.-based advanced manufacturer specializing in high-performance refractory metals and precision-engineered products. 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