CNC Machine Operator – Structural Steel, 2nd Shift

Qualdoc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualdoc is seeking an experienced CNC Machine Operator to process structural steel components on the 2nd shift. You will set up and operate CNC equipment, read shop drawings, and ensure precision through measurement tools.

In a heavy manufacturing setting, you will handle plasma cutters, beam drill lines, angle lines, and lifting equipment, while maintaining safety standards and efficient production flow. You will work independently with a hands-on approach and collaborate with the production

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade training preferred.
• 2+ years of CNC machine operation experience in structural steel fabrication or heavy manufacturing.
• Ability to read and understand structural steel shop drawings.
• Experience with precision measurement tools.
• Familiarity with overhead cranes, forklifts, and rigging preferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC equipment, including plasma cutters, beam drill lines, and angle lines.
• Review shop drawings, blueprints, and work orders to determine dimensions, specifications, and production requirements.
• Use overhead cranes and rigging equipment to safely position and secure steel beams, plates, and other materials.
• Monitor CNC equipment during production and make adjustments to maintain accuracy and product quality.
• Check finished work using tape measures, calipers, squares, and other precision measuring tools.
• Make basic programming edits and machine adjustments for varying material sizes and thicknesses.
• Perform routine CNC equipment maintenance and troubleshoot operating issues.
• Follow OSHA requirements and shop safety procedures.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Work independently while coordinating effectively with the production team.

Skills

CNC operation

Shop drawings

Precision measurement

Mechanical aptitude

Safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or GED

Technical/trade school training

Tools

Plasma cutters

Beam drill lines

Angle lines

Overhead cranes

Forklifts

Rigging

Tape measures

Calipers

Squares

Job description

CNC Machine Operator – Structural Steel, 2nd Shift

Location:Richmond, VA
Job Type:Contract to Hire
Schedule:2nd Shift
Pay:Starting at $24/hour + $3/hour second-shift differential; higher starting rates may be available based on experience.

Position Overview

We are hiring an experiencedCNC Machine Operatorto process structural steel components in a heavy manufacturing environment. This position involves machine setup and operation, material handling, dimensional inspection, basic CNC adjustments, and equipment troubleshooting.

The right candidate is mechanically inclined, detail-oriented, and comfortable working from structural steel drawings and production specifications.

• Set up and operate CNC equipment, includingplasma cutters, beam drill lines, and angle lines.
• Review shop drawings, blueprints, and work orders to determine dimensions, specifications, and production requirements.
• Useoverhead cranes and rigging equipmentto safely position and secure steel beams, plates, and other materials.
• Monitor CNC equipment during production and make adjustments to maintain accuracy and product quality.
• Check finished work usingtape measures, calipers, squares, and other precision measuring tools.
• Make basic programming edits and machine adjustments for varying material sizes and thicknesses.
• Perform routine CNC equipment maintenance and troubleshoot operating issues.
• FollowOSHA requirements and shop safety procedures.
• Keep the work area clean, organized, and safe.
• Work independently while coordinating effectively with the production team.

• High school diploma or GED required; technical or trade school training preferred.
• 2+ years of CNC machine operation experiencein structural steel fabrication or heavy manufacturing.
• Ability to read and understandstructural steel shop drawings.
• Experience with precision measurement tools.
• Familiarity withoverhead cranes, forklifts, and riggingpreferred.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced production environment.