CNC Machine Operator - CNC Waterjet / Knife Cutter

CNC Machine Operator

As a CNC Machine Operator, you will perform the physical tasks involved in operating and maintaining a CNC Knife Cutter/Waterjet Machine. Successful candidates will be looking for a hands-on role, have strong math skills, mechanical aptitude, operate the CNC efficiently to maintain on time production, and work as a team with other machine operators.

Location: Middleburg Heights, OH (greater Cleveland area)

Schedule: Monday- Friday (8:00am-4:30pm)

Salary/ Hourly Rate: $21-$23/hour

Please note that the salary range information provided is a general guideline only, reflecting a position based in Ohio. Criteria such as the candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, the scope of the specific position, as well as market and business considerations will be evaluated when extending an offer.

We take care of our people!

Paid Time Off I 401K with Employer Match and Profit Sharing I Health and Wellness Benefits I Learning and Development Opportunities I Referral Program I Competitive Pay I Recognition I Employee Stock Purchase Plan I Inclusive & Supportive Culture

Your Challenge:

• Responsible for working as a team with other employees to maintain on time delivery.
• Accurately following and interpreting instructions, procedures and drawings
• Setting up, operating and maintaining equipment used in the manufacturing processes
• Verifying quality of product at the required intervals and verifying accuracy of all work
• Perform final inspection of products using tape measures, calipers or other measuring devices.
• Checking and inspecting operation results against predetermined tolerances
• Recommend process improvements to reduce future discrepancies.
• Creates / modifies drawings using CAD, scanner, etc. from sketches or layouts provided by customers and converts the drawings to CNC machine language using CAM Software. (As Required)

Your Expertise:

• 1-2 years of experience in Machine/Waterjet Operator role
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Must be able to lift 50lbs unassisted
• Math skills with the ability to convert fractions to decimal and vice versa, find circumference of a circle, and understand units of measure conversions (such as square feet to square inches)
• Experience working with other team members in daily operational tasks
• Ability to operate a fork-truck
• Mechanical ability to maintain / repair equipment
• Knowledge of CNC / CAD / CAM (Recommended)

Who We Are:

Our Values

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Curtiss-Wright's Nuclear Division offers a comprehensive range of products, information systems, and services that help sustain the safe and reliable operation of nuclear, conventional, and renewable power plants throughout the world. Our extensive experience, advanced technologies and innovative solutions support custom engineered equipment solutions, digitalization initiatives, diagnostics, asset management programs, and new construction.

Curtiss-Wright is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, age, ancestry, legally protected medical condition, family care status, marital status, religion, veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected status. If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact Talent Acquisition.