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Waterjet Operator

  2025-11-25     Corrosion Materials     Baker,LA  
Description:

The Waterjet Operator primarily operates the waterjet Mmchine tocut alloy sheets and plates according to the given specifications, sketches orshop travelers.

Responsibilities and Duties

As a minimum, the following is a basicdescription of typical duties and responsibilities expected of the WaterjetOperator. These duties are not exhaustive and are subject to change as theneeds of the organization require.

  • Interpret sketches and draw all orders on the machine's CADProgram, read shop orders and other related technical data, in order todetermine the machine's set up and control settings.
  • Retrievematerial from the plate racks using overhead crane, forklift or handcart.
  • Drawor nest parts for cutting in order to maximize yield and minimize waste.
  • Aftercutting, inspect and measure each piece, then mark according to quality standards.
  • Properly mark alloy, spec, heat, and size of piece on the material.
  • Scan materials in when processing an order and scan materials out when processing of the order is completed.
  • Process any paperwork associated with the order, including bar code tags, cycle counts, as well asexception report inventory counts.
  • Maintainthe waterjet machine by loading all garnet, inspecting bellows, hoses, pumps,filters, flow meters, and various pressure fittings around the machine.
  • Repairminor leaks and keep the cutting heads clean to avoid damage due toclogs.
  • Visualizepart placement on starting stock and be able to layout cut patterns from memory.
  • Keep immediate work area clean and organized throughout the day.
  • Use precision when operating tools such as tape measures, micrometers, nibblers, and calipers.
  • Cross-train other team members as assigned.
  • Adhere to all CMI's safety rules, regulations, and quality standards.
  • Adhere to all CMI's handbook policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications
  • Highschool diploma or equivalent
  • Threeor more years warehouse experience
  • Oneor more years of waterjet machine experience
  • Knowledgeof computer drawing software
  • Mathand general geometry skills
  • Excellentwritten and oral communication skills
  • Goodorganizational, problem-solving skills, and time management skills
  • Abilityto conceptualize layouts mentally
  • Abilityto measure using different tools
  • Abilityto read and calculate numbers and data
  • Abilityto work independently on assigned tasks as well as to accept direction
  • Strong work ethic; self-motivated
  • Operatewith high integrity, maintaining positive relations with co-workers, customers,and suppliers

Preferred Qualifications
  • Twoor more years of machining experience

Company Benefits

  • 401k with Company Match
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Long-term disability
  • Short-term disability
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Holidays


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