Shop / Equipment Operator

Edwards Inc.; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health / Dental Insurance

Disability

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off: Vacation and Holiday

401(k) with company match

Job summary

Edwards, Inc. in Wilmington, NC seeks a Shop / Equipment Operator to support shop activities in our Wilmington facility. The role involves operating machinery such as CNC laser, waterjet, and press brakes, while reading drawings for accurate fabrication.

Ideal candidates are mechanically minded with welding experience and familiarity with piping systems, tools, and safety practices. The position is full-time, on-site, with a competitive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Physically capable to lift up to 75+ lbs.
• Able to read drawings/sketches and blueprints.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.
• Excellent communication skills with team members and supervisors.

Responsibilities

• Complete work as assigned by the shop supervisor.
• Assist in running shop machinery and equipment (CNC laser, waterjet, press brakes, shears, milling machines, lathes, etc.).
• Provide technical assistance (interpretation of drawings) as needed.
• Adhere to safety policies; follow project procedures and work rules.
• Perform additional assignments per supervisor or project manager's direction.

Skills

Mechanically Minded

Piping systems

Hand and power tools

Welding experience

Press brakes & shears

Waterjet, laser, plasma machines

Read drawings/blueprints

Valid driver's license

Excellent communication & safety

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Education

HS Diploma or Equivalent

Tools

Press brakes

Shears

Waterjet

Laser

Plasma machines

Job description

Edwards, Inc. is a full-service industrial general contractor providing construction, fabrication, and crane services. We are currently seeking a Shop / Equipment Operator in our Wilmington, NC office.

The Shop / Equipment Operator will be responsible for:

• Completing work as assigned by the shop supervisor.
• Assisting in running shop machinery and equipment (i.e., CNC laser, waterjet, press brakes, shears, milling machines, lathes, etc.)
• Providing technical assistance (i.e., interpretation of drawings) as needed.
• Assuming adherence to safety policies and procedures. Ensuring compliance with project procedures, safety program requirements, work rules, etc.
• Perform all other additional assignments per supervisor or project manager's direction.

Ideal Candidates Should Have:

Physical requirements include, but are not limited to:

• Continually walk/stand on surfaces which may be even/uneven, stable/unstable, and varying compositions.
• Work in awkward spaces and/or positions including confined spaces and climbing.
• The ability to routinely lift up to 75+ lbs.
• Excellent hand/eye coordination, depth perception, and peripheral vision.

Essential Requirements & Skills:

• Requirements
  • Mechanically Minded
  • Familiar with piping systems
  • Familiar with hand and power tools
  • Welding experience
  • Experience with press brakes and shears
  • Experience with waterjet, laser, and plasma machines
  • Ability to read drawings/sketches and blueprints
  • Valid Driver's License and a clean driving record
  • Excellent communication skills and commitment to safety
• Additional Skills
  • HS Diploma or Equivalent (Preferred)
  • Bilingual Skills (English/Spanish) is a plus

Competitive Benefits Package:

• Health / Dental Insurance
• Disability
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off: Vacation and Holiday
• 401(k) with company match
• And more!

Working conditions may be indoor or outdoor. Schedule may include overtime, overnight, and weekend work. Pay commensurate with experience/knowledge.

Edwards, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.