CNC Steel Fabrication Machine Operator - 2nd Shift
Description
CNC Steel Fabrication Machine Operator
Location: York, PA
Job Type: Direct Hire
Shifts: 2nd Shift
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
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Set up and operate CNC plasma cutters, beam drill lines, and angle lines.
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Review blueprints, fabrication drawings, and work orders to confirm job requirements.
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Load and position steel beams, plates, and other materials using overhead cranes and rigging equipment.
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Monitor machine performance and adjust settings to maintain quality and dimensional accuracy.
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Measure completed work using tape measures, calipers, and squares.
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Make basic program edits or machine adjustments for different material sizes and thicknesses.
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Perform routine machine maintenance and troubleshoot operating issues.
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Keep equipment and work areas clean and follow OSHA and shop safety procedures.
Qualifications
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High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school training preferred.
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At least 2 years of CNC machine operation experience in structural steel fabrication or heavy manufacturing.
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Ability to read and understand structural steel shop drawings and blueprints.
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Experience using precision measuring tools.
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Familiarity with overhead cranes, forklifts, and rigging equipment preferred.
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Strong mechanical skills and attention to detail.
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Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced production environment.
Pay and Benefits
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Starting pay of $23/hour, with higher pay available depending on experience.
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Additional $3.00/hour differential for 2nd shift.
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Contract-to-hire opportunity with potential for long-term employment.
Skills
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- Which shift are you available to work?
- Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?
- Will you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for employment authorization?
Written answers (8)
- How many years of experience do you have operating CNC machines in a structural steel or heavy manufacturing environment
- Walk me through how you interpret and work from fabrication drawings or blueprints.
- What precision measurement tools have you used, and how do you ensure parts meet required tolerances?
- Tell me about a time you moved or set up heavy materials using overhead cranes or rigging equipment.
- What kind of shifts have you worked in the past, and how do you adapt to 2nd shift schedules?
- When is your availability to start?
- Please provide your city, state and zip code
- Please provide your phone number and active email address