Water Jet Technician - Entry-Level Manufacturing

EBSCO Industries, Inc.; Louisiana; On-site; USD 36,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Exco Electric is hiring a Production Technician I (Water Jet Operator) at our Egan, LA facility. You will set up, operate, and monitor water jet and related equipment to produce parts that meet strict quality and safety standards.

This entry-level role requires a high school diploma and up to one year of general manufacturing experience, with emphasis on accurate documentation, safe practices, and teamwork to improve processes and maintain productivity.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Up to one year of general work experience in production preferred.
• Ability to read blueprints, product specs and SOPs.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and equipment inspection skills.
• Effective communication and teamwork.
• Ability to stand for long periods and lift moderate weights.

Responsibilities

• Set up and calibrate production machinery, particularly water jet equipment, according to product specs and SOPs.
• Operate production equipment safely to meet daily targets while upholding quality standards.
• Monitor processes, detect deviations, and escalate issues to supervisors as needed.
• Perform routine inspections and basic maintenance to prevent downtime.
• Maintain accurate production logs including outputs and quality checks.
• Follow safety protocols and use protective equipment consistently.
• Collaborate with team members to troubleshoot issues and drive process improvements.

Skills

Blueprint reading

Quality awareness

Safety compliance

Documentation

Communication

Mechanical aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Water jet equipment

Job description

Exco Electric is hiring a Production Technician I (Water Jet Operator) at our Egan, LA facility. You will set up, operate, and monitor water jet and related equipment to produce parts that meet strict quality and safety standards.

This entry-level role requires a high school diploma and up to one year of general manufacturing experience, with emphasis on accurate documentation, safe practices, and teamwork to improve processes and maintain productivity.