CNC Operator – Waterjet & Saw (Rough‑Cut)

Cambria; Belle Plaine (MN); Hybrid; USD 29,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off

7 paid Holidays

401(k) match

Discretionary Profit Sharing

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Cambria is seeking an entry to mid-level CNC operator to support the FabShop's rough cut department. The role focuses on safely operating CNC machinery, verifying job orders against blueprints, and ensuring quality through pre/post load checks.

You will stack slabs, manage consumables, and maintain a clean, organized work area. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in manufacturing or fabrication, strong attention to detail, and the ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• 1-2 years of warehouse, manufacturing, fabrication or industrial background preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Oracle and Google Workspace preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up, safely operate and monitor CNC machinery (Waterjet/Combi-Cut, saw) to job order specifications.
• Use an overhead crane or vacuum lift to position material on CNC table to prep for initial cuts.
• Validate blueprint drawings match job order and upload job(s) into the machine.
• Perform pre/post load quality checks on each job run (kerf, chips, scratches, breaks and measurements).
• Perform all required documentation in Work Logs, validate consumable levels (garnet), visual inspection of equipment and preventative maintenance.
• Stage slabs in next department for next area in fabrication.
• Cross-train and assist on multiple types of equipment and in other departments when needed.
• Keep work area clean and organized.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Management.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Safety-conscious

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Waterjet/Combicut

CNC machinery

Overhead crane

Vacuum lift

Job description

Cambria is seeking an entry to mid-level CNC operator to support the FabShop's rough cut department. The role focuses on safely operating CNC machinery, verifying job orders against blueprints, and ensuring quality through pre/post load checks.

You will stack slabs, manage consumables, and maintain a clean, organized work area. Ideal candidates have 1–2 years in manufacturing or fabrication, strong attention to detail, and the ability to learn quickly in a fast-paced environment.