Water Jet Operator

CUSTOM FOAM PRODUCTS INC; Fort Loramie (OH); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision (with HSA)

401(k) with match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

401(k) with match

Life Insurance

STD/LTD

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

A leading foam manufacturing company is seeking a Waterjet Operator for a 4-day work week (Monday–Thursday) in Fort Loramie, Ohio. Responsibilities include setting up and operating waterjet equipment, reading work orders, and ensuring quality checks. Ideal candidates should have experience with cutting equipment, strong attention to detail, and a problem-solving mindset. The role offers competitive pay based on experience and benefits such as medical, dental, vision, and a 401(k) plan with a match.

Qualifications

• Experience with waterjet, CNC, or similar cutting equipment.
• Ability to accurately measure parts using a tape measure.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Set up and operate waterjet and manual saw equipment.
• Read and interpret work orders and drawings.
• Perform quality checks to ensure specifications are met.
• Monitor machine performance and adjust settings as needed.
• Perform quality checks to verify specs are met.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment or cutting issues.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized work area.
• Track production data such as materials and settings.

Skills

Experience with waterjet, saws, CNC, or similar equipment

Ability to read a tape measure (fractions required)

Comfortable reading drawings or cut sheets

Strong attention to detail

Problem-solving mindset

Reliable and consistent attendance

Team player

Reliability

Team player

Job description

Waterjet Operator – 2nd Shift (4-Day Work Week!)

Work 4 days a week and get 3 days off - every week.
If you're a skilled operator who values precision, consistency, and having a long weekend, this is the job for you.

We’re hiring a Waterjet Operator to run cutting equipment and produce high-quality foam and plastic components in our Fort Loramie Facility.

About Us

Custom Foam Products, Inc. a leading foam manufacturing company specializing in precision-engineered components for various industries. With state-of-the-art facilities and a commitment to delivering high-quality products, we have established a strong reputation in the market. As we continue to grow, we are seeking a skilled Water Jet operator to join our team and contribute to our production processes. This role will also be asked to perform a wide range of responsibilities to support customers, sales, and plant operations.

Why This Job Stands Out

• 4-day work week (Monday–Thursday)
• 3-day weekends every week
• Stable, growing company
• Clean, organized work environment
• Opportunity to build real machining/operator skills

What You’ll Do

• Set up and operate waterjet and manual saw equipment
• Read and interpret work orders and drawings
• Measure parts accurately using a tape measure
• Monitor machine performance and make adjustments
• Perform quality checks to ensure specs are met
• Troubleshoot minor machine or cutting issues
• Maintain a clean and safe work area
• Track production data (materials, quantities, settings)

What We’re Looking For

• Experience with waterjet, saws, CNC, or similar equipment
• Ability to read a tape measure (fractions required)
• Comfortable reading drawings or cut sheets
• Strong attention to detail
• Problem-solving mindset
• Reliable and consistent attendance
• Team player

No waterjet experience? If you’ve run similar equipment and can learn fast, we’ll train you.

Schedule (4-Day Work Week!)

• Monday – Thursday
• 1:30 PM – 12:00 AM
• Overtime as needed (may start as early as 11:30 AM)

Pay & Benefits

• Pay based on experience
• Medical, Dental, Vision (with HSA)
• 401(k) with match
• Life insurance, STD/LTD
• PTO + Paid Holidays

Apply If You:

• Take pride in doing precise, accurate work
• Have experience with cutting or fabrication equipment
• Want a consistent schedule with long weekends