CNC Operator (DFW)

Patriot Erectors, LLC Steel Fabricators; Cleburne (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with matching contributions

Comprehensive health insurance

Paid time off

Wellness initiatives

Job summary

Patriot Erectors, LLC Steel Fabricators in Cleburne, Texas, is seeking a CNC Machine Operator to convert raw steel into semi-finished parts. The successful candidate will use pre-nested cut cards, ensure material accuracy, and maintain safety protocols.

The role requires effective communication and 12+ months of CNC machine operation experience. The company offers competitive benefits including health insurance and a 401(k) with matching contributions, fostering both employee development and community involvement.

Qualifications

• 12+ months running a CNC machine (Peddinghaus FDB 2500) is a must.
• Ability to read blueprints is preferred.
• Self-starter with good communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Verify the material is correct prior to cutting.
• Work off pre-nested cut sheets and measure material being cut.
• Load and unload the machine with an overhead crane.

Skills

CNC machine operation

Blueprint reading

Overhead crane operation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Peddinghaus FDB 2500

Job description

About Patriot Erectors, LLC.

Patriot Erectors is a full‑service, AISC Certified Steel Fabricator and AISC Advanced Steel Erector. Founded in 1991, the company is located just west of Austin, Texas, with a modern 60,000‑square‑foot fabrication facility. With quality employees and the equipment required to handle complicated structures, Patriot strives to provide exceptional customer service to fabricate and erect structural steel facilities and non‑building steel structures, focusing on quality, safety, and immense pride in every project.

At Patriot Erectors, we are dedicated to making a positive impact on our customers, employees, stakeholders, and communities. We believe in fostering self‑reliance and respecting the interdependent elements of our business. Our mission is to fabricate and erect steel products that meet or exceed customer requirements without defects or accidents. We pursue a deeper understanding of market, customer, and employee needs, and we embrace values such as Safety, Teamwork, Ethics, Enthusiasm, and Leadership in all our operations.

Company Vision: Recognize a Need & Fulfill It. We actively seek steel‑related opportunities, embracing challenges to deliver mutually respected, mutually beneficial outcomes. This approach supports continual growth and development for our employees and stakeholders.

The right candidate for this position is someone with extensive experience in safety who will support our projects. This person will constantly be responsible for successfully integrating safety initiatives into the functional operation of the different projects by maintaining processes and procedures to prevent injuries and violations of the law or company policies and minimize the environmental impact of our operations.

About The Role

Position Overview: Use pre‑nested cut cards and other documentation to convert raw shape steel into semi‑finished parts for fabrication. Information on the cut card must be read, understood, and verified prior to cutting. This includes, but is not limited to: type, size, and weight of beam, cut length, and heat number.

Essential Job Functions

• Verify the material is correct prior to cutting
• Work off pre‑nested cut sheets
• Match nested cut sheet description and length with material; be able to read a tape measure
• Use manual or CNC measuring to measure material being cut
• Mark and identify steel per jobs
• Properly stack material safely and stage pre‑jobs
• Understand, interpret, and edit G‑code programming
• Recognize, deploy, and properly use inserts, fixtures, and tooling
• Ensure inserts are in working condition and material cutting is square
• Mark up drops and return to stock
• Load and unload the machine with an overhead crane
• Perform daily and regular cleaning and light maintenance tasks on CNC machinery
• Comply with all quality policies, specifications, regulations, and instructions
• Know the difference among material types (WF, TS, CH, L)

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (preferred)
• Ability to read blueprints (preferred)
• 12+ months running a CNC machine (Peddinghaus FDB 2500)
• Self‑starter and eager to learn
• Good communication skills
• Experience in overhead crane operation is helpful
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time

What We Offer

• 401(k) with matching contributions
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Disability and life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Safety equipment provided
• 8 hours of paid volunteering time
• Wellness initiatives, including Nivati EAP services

Growth Opportunities

We offer continuous learning opportunities, including Udemy training courses and leadership training for managers, to support employee professional development.

Community Initiatives

We are committed to giving back to our community through various initiatives and encourage our employees to participate in volunteer activities.

Join Us

If you are passionate about quality craftsmanship and committed to excellence, we invite you to apply and become part of the Patriot Erectors team. Together, we can make a difference in our industry and community.