Waterjet Machine Operator Baker, LA

Kaizen Lab Inc.; Louisiana; On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Louisiana is seeking a Waterjet Operator to operate machinery for cutting alloy materials. Responsibilities include interpreting sketches, maintaining the machine, and conducting quality checks. Ideal candidates will have three years of warehouse experience and proficiency in CAD software, along with strong math skills. Company offers comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and retirement plans.

Benefits

401k with Company Match

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Long-term disability

Short-term disability

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Three or more years of warehouse experience.
• One or more years of waterjet machine experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate the waterjet machine to cut alloy sheets and plates.
• Maintain the waterjet machine and ensure operational safety.
• Inspect and mark pieces according to quality standards.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Time Management

Math Skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CAD Software

Precision Measuring Tools

Job description

The Waterjet Operator primarily operates the waterjet machine to cut alloy sheets and plates according to the given specifications, sketches, or shop travelers.

Responsibilities and Duties

As a minimum, the following is a basic description of typical duties and responsibilities expected of the Waterjet Operator. These duties are not exhaustive and are subject to change as the needs of the organization require.

• Interpret sketches and draw all orders on the machine’s CAD program, read shop orders and other related technical data to determine the machine’s setup and control settings.
• Retrieve material from the plate racks using overhead crane, forklift, or handcart.
• Draw or nest parts for cutting to maximize yield and minimize waste.
• After cutting, inspect and measure each piece, then mark according to quality standards.
• Properly mark alloy, specification, heat, and size of the piece on the material.
• Scan materials in when processing an order and scan materials out when the order is completed.
• Process any paperwork associated with the order, including barcode tags, cycle counts, and exception report inventory counts.
• Maintain the waterjet machine by loading garnet, inspecting bellows, hoses, pumps, filters, flow meters, and various pressure fittings around the machine.
• Repair minor leaks and keep the cutting heads clean to avoid damage due to clogs.
• Visualize part placement on starting stock and be able to layout cut patterns from memory.
• Keep immediate work area clean and organized throughout the day.
• Use precision when operating tools such as tape measures, micrometers, nibblers, and calipers.
• Cross-train other team members as assigned.
• Adhere to all CMI's safety rules, regulations, and quality standards.
• Adhere to all CMI's handbook policies and procedures.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Three or more years of warehouse experience
• One or more years of waterjet machine experience
• Knowledge of computer drawing software
• Math and general geometry skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Good organizational, problem-solving, and time management skills
• Ability to conceptualize layouts mentally
• Ability to measure using different tools
• Ability to read and calculate numbers and data
• Ability to work independently on assigned tasks as well as accept direction
• Strong work ethic; self-motivated
• Operate with high integrity, maintaining positive relations with co-workers, customers, and suppliers

Preferred Qualifications

• Two or more years of machining experience

Company Benefits

• 401k with Company Match
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-term disability
• Short-term disability
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays