CNC & Plasma Machinist — Hands-On Fabrication Pro

IronLeaf Designs; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Competitive pay

Hands-on work

Job summary

IronLeaf Designs is a growing manufacturing and fabrication company located in Pineville, North Carolina. We specialize in custom CNC machining, metal fabrication, woodworking, laser processing, and made-to-order products for commercial, industrial, and OEM clients.

IronLeaf Designs seeks two experienced CNC & Plasma Machine Operators to set up and operate CNC router and plasma cutting equipment, read drawings, and ensure quality and safety in a collaborative shop environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of CNC router, laser, plasma, or similar machine operating experience.
• Demonstrated experience setting up and operating CNC and/or plasma cutting equipment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing and fabrication processes.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, drawings, dimensions, and tolerances.
• Ability to accurately use common measuring and inspection tools.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to operate and become proficient on both CNC and plasma equipment.
• CNC and/or plasma programming experience preferred.
• CAD experience preferred.
• Welding experience preferred.
• Laser operating experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate CNC router and plasma cutting equipment according to specifications and production requirements.
• Operate laser equipment as needed based on experience and production needs.
• Read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, work orders, and production documentation.
• Load materials, select appropriate tooling, and prepare machines for production.
• Perform machine programming and make adjustments as needed.
• Monitor machine operation and make necessary adjustments to maintain quality and consistency.
• Measure and inspect completed parts to verify dimensions, tolerances, and overall quality.
• Use measuring and inspection tools such as calipers, micrometers, squares, and tape measures accurately.
• Identify and troubleshoot machine, tooling, programming, and dimensional issues.
• Perform routine equipment inspections, basic daily maintenance, and cleaning.
• Deburr, clean, finish, and prepare manufactured components as needed.
• Assist with assembly of parts and finished products.
• Perform welding and light fabrication work when needed and qualified.
• Handle materials and finished components safely and efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area.
• Follow company safety procedures and quality standards.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors and other members of the production team.
• Assist with other fabrication and shop responsibilities as production needs require

Skills

Three years experience

Mechanical aptitude

Attention to detail

Independent worker

Team player

Problem solving

Tools

CNC router

Plasma cutter

Laser equipment

CAD

Job description

IronLeaf Designs is a growing manufacturing and fabrication company located in Pineville, North Carolina. We specialize in custom CNC machining, metal fabrication, woodworking, laser processing, and made-to-order products for commercial, industrial, and OEM clients.

IronLeaf Designs seeks two experienced CNC & Plasma Machine Operators to set up and operate CNC router and plasma cutting equipment, read drawings, and ensure quality and safety in a collaborative shop environment.