CNC Machine Operators- 2nd shift

Jgmusa

Sinking Spring (Berks County)

On-site

USD 36,000 - 48,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Vision Insurance

Dental Insurance

PTO

401(k) Matching

Life Insurance

EAP

Disability Insurance

Training & Education

Job summary

JGM is seeking experienced Machine Operators to run production equipment in our Coatesville steel fabrication shop. Press brake, industrial saw, fabrication, or other high‑volume production experience are highly preferred.

Candidates should be comfortable in a non‑climate‑controlled shop, read basic blueprints, perform quality checks, and collaborate with a shop team. OSHA 10 certification is required or available during onboarding. Training provided and attendance reliability is essential.

Qualifications

2+ years of related work experience required (3+ preferred).
Experience with CNC, press brake, fabrication, or similar is highly preferred.
Able to read basic blueprints or work orders and learn production specs.
Comfortable in a non-climate-controlled shop environment.
Basic math and measurement skills; OSHA 10 certification preferred or on onboarding.

Responsibilities

Set up, operate, and monitor production machinery (CNC, press brakes, saws, punches, shears, plasma/laser cutters) to fabricate steel components to spec.
Inspect parts against drawings and tolerances and adjust machines as needed.
Load, unload, and stage raw steel and finished components safely using cranes or forklifts.
Perform routine cleaning, lubrication, and basic maintenance; flag issues early.
Follow safety protocols and wear PPE in a non-climate-controlled shop.
Maintain production pace and communicate delays to leads or supervisors.
Complete production logs, quality checks, and downtime/scrap tracking.
Collaborate with operators, fitters, welders, and shop leadership.

Skills

Machinery operation

Blueprint reading

Quality inspection

Teamwork

Safety compliance

Attendance reliability

Reading orders

Communication

On-site basics

Tools

CNC machines

Punches

Shears

Overhead crane

Forklift

Job description

Position Overview

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 Responsibilities

Machine 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.

Qualifications

2+ 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.

Schedule

Monday-Friday, 5:00 AM-3:30 PM
After training positions will move to 2nd shift (approximately 12pm-10pm)
Saturday shifts available if you want to pick up additional overtime - completely optional

Physical Requirements

The 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: