CNC & Plasma Machinist — Precision Fabrication Pro

Iron Leaf Designs, LLC; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Competitive compensation

Job summary

IronLeaf Designs, LLC in Charlotte, NC is seeking two experienced CNC & Plasma Machine Operators to join our growing production team. You will set up and operate CNC router and plasma cutting equipment to produce parts per drawings and specs.

Ideal candidates have at least three years of hands-on experience operating CNC router, laser, plasma, or similar equipment, and are comfortable working across CNC and plasma systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of CNC router, laser, plasma, or similar machine operating experience required.
• 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 and willingness to operate and become proficient on both CNC and plasma equipment.
• Excellent attention to detail and commitment to producing quality work.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing to a team environment.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to manage multiple production priorities.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and organized work environment.
• 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

Mechanical aptitude

Detail-oriented

Blueprint reading

Problem-solving

Independent worker

Team-oriented

Tools

CAD

CNC equipment

Plasma cutting

Laser cutting

Welding equipment

Job description

IronLeaf Designs, LLC in Charlotte, NC is seeking two experienced CNC & Plasma Machine Operators to join our growing production team. You will set up and operate CNC router and plasma cutting equipment to produce parts per drawings and specs.

Ideal candidates have at least three years of hands-on experience operating CNC router, laser, plasma, or similar equipment, and are comfortable working across CNC and plasma systems.