CNC Plasma / Waterjet Operator

TradeWorx; Coraopolis (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 32,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage options

Dental and vision options

401(k) option

Company-paid group life insurance

Paid holidays after eligibility

PTO earned by hours worked

Job summary

TradeWorX in Coraopolis, PA is seeking an experienced CNC Plasma / Waterjet Operator to join our established fabrication facility. You will operate CNC plasma tables and waterjet cutting equipment, load cutting programs, and monitor operation while handling heavy steel plate.

This hands-on role requires overhead crane and rigging experience, safety-consciousness, and the ability to work independently on 40–50 hour weeks.

Qualifications

• Experience operating CNC plasma tables or waterjet cutting equipment.
• Industrial manufacturing or steel fabrication experience.
• Overhead crane operation and rigging experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC plasma tables and waterjet cutting equipment to process steel plate.
• Load existing cutting programs and monitor equipment during operation.
• Safely load and unload heavy materials using overhead cranes and rigging equipment.
• Handle carbon steel and stainless steel materials.
• Piece-mark, sort, and organize finished parts into boxes, pallets, and plate racks.
• Remove remaining plate skeletons, manage scrap materials, and maintain a clean, safe work area.

Skills

Overhead crane operation

Safety-conscious

Dependable

Attention to detail

Ability to work independently

Follow work instructions

Tools

CNC plasma tables

Waterjet cutting equipment

Rigging experience

Job description

Location

Coraopolis, PA

Job Title

CNC Plasma / Waterjet Operator

TradeWorX is hiring an experienced CNC Plasma / Waterjet Operator for an established industrial steel fabrication facility in the Coraopolis, PA area. This position involves operating CNC plasma and waterjet cutting equipment, handling heavy steel plate, and using overhead cranes to move materials safely throughout the fabrication process. We are seeking dependable candidates with previous plasma or waterjet experience who are comfortable working in a hands‑on industrial manufacturing environment.

Benefits & PTO

• Health coverage options
• Dental and vision options
• 401(k) option
• Company-paid group life insurance
• Paid holidays after eligibility requirements
• PTO earned by hours worked

Pay & Overtime

• $23–$26/hour, based on experience
• Overtime opportunities available

Schedule

• 1st Shift | 40–50 Hours per Week
• Full‑time

Job Duties

• Operate CNC plasma tables and waterjet cutting equipment to process steel plate.
• Load existing cutting programs and monitor equipment during operation.
• Safely load and unload heavy materials using overhead cranes and rigging equipment.
• Handle carbon steel and stainless steel materials.
• Piece‑mark, sort, and organize finished parts into boxes, pallets, and plate racks.
• Remove remaining plate skeletons, manage scrap materials, and maintain a clean, safe work area.

Requirements

• Previous plasma table or waterjet operating experience required.
• Industrial manufacturing or steel fabrication experience required.
• Overhead crane operation and rigging experience required.
• Experience handling heavy steel plate and fabricated materials.
• Basic computer skills to load and run existing machine programs.
• Ability to follow work instructions and safely operate industrial equipment.

Ideal Candidate

• Experienced operating CNC plasma tables, waterjets, or similar plate‑cutting equipment.
• Comfortable handling heavy steel materials using overhead cranes and proper rigging practices.
• Dependable, safety‑conscious, and detail‑oriented.
• Able to work independently while following established production procedures.
• Comfortable working 40–50 hours per week in an industrial fabrication environment.