Precision CNC Operator - Structural Steel Beams

Indiana Steel Fabricating Inc; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana Steel Fabricating Inc in Indianapolis is seeking a full-time CNC operator to run beam line machinery for cutting, drilling, coping, and marking, and to interpret structural steel drawings.

You will load and unload with overhead cranes, perform setup and quality checks, and maintain a clean, safe work area in a fast-paced industrial shop. Preferred: 2+ years in steel fabrication; OSHA 10; CNC programming or troubleshooting.

Qualifications

• Experience operating structural steel beam line machines (Peddinghaus, PythonX, Ficep, or similar).
• Ability to read and interpret structural steel shop drawings.
• Familiarity with fabrication tolerances and measurement tools.
• Ability to safely use overhead cranes, rigging, and forklifts.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Reliable attendance in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs. and work in industrial shop conditions.
• Preferred: 2+ years in steel fabrication.
• Preferred: CNC programming or machine troubleshooting.
• Preferred: OSHA 10 or similar safety certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate CNC structural steel beam line machinery for cutting, drilling, coping, and marking.
• Interpret structural steel fabrication drawings.
• Load and unload steel materials using overhead cranes.
• Perform routine machine setup, calibration, and quality checks.
• Monitor machine operation for accuracy, productivity, and safety.
• Perform basic maintenance and report mechanical issues.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area.
• Follow all company safety practices and OSHA regulations.

Skills

CNC beam line operation

Shop drawing interpretation

Measurement and tolerances

Overhead crane operation

Quality focus

Safety compliance

Lifting 50+ lbs

Reliable attendance

Job description

Indiana Steel Fabricating Inc in Indianapolis is seeking a full-time CNC operator to run beam line machinery for cutting, drilling, coping, and marking, and to interpret structural steel drawings.

You will load and unload with overhead cranes, perform setup and quality checks, and maintain a clean, safe work area in a fast-paced industrial shop. Preferred: 2+ years in steel fabrication; OSHA 10; CNC programming or troubleshooting.