CNC Machine Operator

Torrey Holistics; Sinking Spring (Berks County); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

PTO

401(k) Matching

Lunch provided

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Short/Long Term Disability

Generous Referral Program

Training and Further Education

Job summary

JGM is seeking experienced Machine Operators to run production equipment in our Coatesville steel fabrication shop. The role involves setting up and operating CNC equipment, press brakes, saws, punches and other machinery to fabricate steel components to spec.

You will perform quality checks, handle materials with cranes or forklifts, and maintain equipment with routine preventive maintenance while adhering to OSHA safety standards in a non-climate-controlled environment.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related work experience required (3+ preferred).
• Experience with CNC machines, punches, shears, or comparable industrial machinery is a plus.
• Ability to read blueprints, work orders, or production specs, or willingness to learn.

Responsibilities

• Set up, operate, and monitor production machinery to fabricate steel components to spec.
• Perform quality checks against drawings and tolerances throughout the run.
• Load, unload, and stage raw steel and finished components safely.
• Conduct routine maintenance, lubrication, and basic upkeep of equipment.
• Follow safety protocols and wear PPE while working in a non-climate-controlled shop.
• Keep production pace with schedules and communicate delays to leads.
• Complete production logs, quality checks, and downtime/scrap tracking.
• Collaborate with operators, fitters, welders, and shop leadership to maintain flow.

Skills

Machine operation

Blueprint reading

Basic math

Safety compliance

OSHA 10

Teamwork

Reading work orders

Tools

CNC Machines

CNC Waterjet

CNC Plasma Cutter

Burn Table

OxyFuel

Job description

JGM is looking for several experienced Machine Operators to run production equipment in our Coatesville steel fabrication shop. Press brake, industrial saw, fabrication, machine shop, metal stamping, or other production/line facility experience is highly preferred. Candidates from manufacturing, packaging, automotive, sheet metal, plastics, or any high-volume production environment are also encouraged to apply, even without steel fabrication experience specifically. Must be comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled shop (hot in summer, cold in winter).Key ResponsibilitiesMachine Operation: Set up, operate, and monitor production machinery (CNC equipment, press brakes, saws, punches, shears, plasma/laser cutters, or similar) to fabricate steel components to spec.Quality Checks: Inspect parts against drawings and tolerances throughout the run, catching defects early and adjusting the machine as needed.Material Handling: Load, unload, and stage raw steel and finished components safely, using overhead cranes, forklifts, or hand-moving equipment as required.Preventive Maintenance: Perform routine cleaning, lubrication, and basic maintenance on assigned equipment, and flag mechanical issues before they cause downtime.Safety Compliance: Follow all JGM and OSHA safety protocols, wear required PPE and work safely in a non-climate-controlled shop environment.Production Pace: Keep up with production schedules and takt time on the line, communicating with leads or supervisors when a job is running behind.Documentation: Complete production logs, quality checks, and downtime/scrap tracking accurately and on time.Teamwork: Work closely with fellow operators, fitters, welders, and shop leadership to keep the line running smoothly and safely.Qualifications2+ years of related work experience required (3+ preferred)Press brake, industrial saw, fabrication, or other production/line facility experience highly preferred.Experience with equipment such as CNC machines, punches, shears, or comparable industrial machinery also considered; willingness to cross-train on new equipment types.Experienced machine operators without steel fabrication experience but with production-line machine operation background (manufacturing, packaging, automotive, sheet metal, plastics, etc.) are also encouraged to apply.Comfortable working in a non-climate-controlled shop environment.Ability to read basic blueprints, work orders, or production specs, or willing to learn.Basic math and measurement skills (tape measure, calipers, etc.).Forklift or overhead crane experience is a plus but not required — training provided.Reliable attendance and strong work ethic; comfortable in a fast-paced shop floor setting.Ability to work as part of a team and take directions from shop leads and supervisors.OSHA 10 certification required or willingness to obtain during company-paid onboarding.ScheduleMonday–Friday, 5:00 AM–3:30 PMAfter training positions will move to 2nd shift (approximately 12pm-10pm)Saturday shifts available if you want to pick up additional overtime — completely optionalPhysical RequirementsThe demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Ability to stand, bend, and move for the duration of a shift.Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. regularly, with heavier loads moved using cranes or lifting equipment.Work in a non-climate-controlled industrial shop environment (exposure to heat, cold, noise, and dust).Use of required PPE (safety glasses, hearing protection, gloves, steel-toe boots, etc.).Comfortable working around heavy machinery and material handling equipment.JGM offers a competitive wage and benefit package including:Medical, Vision & Dental InsurancePTO (Paid Time Off) & Holidays401(k) + MatchingVending card with $5 loaded on it each dayLunch provided every other FridayLife InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP)Short/Long Term DisabilityGenerous Referral ProgramTraining and Further EducationYou should be proficient in:Equipment TroubleshootingCNC Machine RepairOSHA 10-Hour Certification (OSHA 10)CNC Machine Setup & ChangeoverMachine Setups for Production RunsMachines & technologies you'll use:CNC WaterjetCNC Plasma CutterBurn TableKineticOxyFuel