CNC Steel Fabrication Machine Operator

Job Description

Job Description

CNC Steel Fabrication Machine Operator

Location: York, PA
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Shifts: 1st and 2nd Shift Available
Starting Pay: $23/hour; higher depending on experience
Night Shift Differential: Additional $3.00/hour

Position Overview

We are hiring a CNC Machine Operator to process structural steel components in a heavy manufacturing environment. This role involves setting up and running fabrication machinery, checking finished parts for accuracy, and handling steel materials safely throughout production.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC plasma cutters, beam drill lines, and angle lines.

• Review blueprints, fabrication drawings, and work orders to confirm job requirements.

• Load and position steel beams, plates, and other materials using overhead cranes and rigging equipment.

• Monitor machine performance and adjust settings to maintain quality and dimensional accuracy.

• Measure completed work using tape measures, calipers, and squares.

• Make basic program edits or machine adjustments for different material sizes and thicknesses.

• Perform routine machine maintenance and troubleshoot operating issues.

• Keep equipment and work areas clean and follow OSHA and shop safety procedures.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school training preferred.

• At least 2 years of CNC machine operation experience in structural steel fabrication or heavy manufacturing.

• Ability to read and understand structural steel shop drawings and blueprints.

• Experience using precision measuring tools.

• Familiarity with overhead cranes, forklifts, and rigging equipment preferred.

• Strong mechanical skills and attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.

Pay and Benefits

• Starting pay of $23/hour, with higher pay available depending on experience.

• Additional $3.00/hour differential for 2nd shift.

• Contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for long-term employment.

We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.