Waterjet Operator

Nassal; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Growth and certification opportunities

Collaborative, safety-focused team

Exposure to unique fabrication and set

Job summary

The Nassal Company in Orlando seeks a Waterjet Operator to safely run CNC waterjet cutting equipment, producing precision parts per drawings and nesting files. You will prepare materials, check settings, and maintain quality while keeping production on schedule.

Ideal candidates read fabrication drawings, understand material properties, and have experience with CAD/CAM nesting software. This role supports shop safety, records-keeping, and continuous improvement in a dynamic fabrication

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read fabrication drawings and production documentation.
• Working knowledge of material properties and cutting applications.
• Experience with CAD/CAM nesting software preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
• Understanding of production shop safety practices.
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow all safety regulations, PPE requirements, and shop procedures.
• Set up and operate CNC waterjet cutting systems.
• Review work orders, blueprints, nesting files, and production schedules.
• Load and position materials for cutting operations.
• Verify machine settings, cutting parameters, and abrasive flow rates.
• Monitor cutting quality and adjust machine settings as required.
• Inspect completed parts for dimensional accuracy and quality compliance.
• Label, organize, and stage cut parts for fabrication and assembly teams.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and cleaning of waterjet equipment.
• Monitor water filtration systems, pumps, and consumable inventory.
• Report equipment malfunctions and production issues to supervisors.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency and material utilization.
• Follow all shop safety, environmental, and QA/QC procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Decision Making/Judgment

Dependability

Job Knowledge

Planning

Problem Solving/Analysis

Self-Development

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CAD/CAM nesting software

CNC waterjet cutting systems

Job description

The Waterjet Operator is responsible for safely operating CNC waterjet cutting equipment to produce precision-cut components for fabrication projects.

The position supports shop productivity by accurately cutting steel, stainless steel, aluminum, composite materials, and specialty products according to engineering drawings, nesting programs, and production schedules while maintaining quality and safety standards.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow all safety regulations, PPE requirements, and shop procedures.
• Set up and operate CNC waterjet cutting systems.
• Review work orders, blueprints, nesting files, and production schedules.
• Load and position materials for cutting operations.
• Verify machine settings, cutting parameters, and abrasive flow rates.
• Monitor cutting quality and adjust machine settings as required.
• Inspect completed parts for dimensional accuracy and quality compliance.
• Label, organize, and stage cut parts for fabrication and assembly teams.
• Perform routine preventive maintenance and cleaning of waterjet equipment.
• Monitor water filtration systems, pumps, and consumable inventory.
• Report equipment malfunctions and production issues to supervisors.
• Maintain accurate production and quality records.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on efficiency and material utilization.
• Follow all shop safety, environmental, and QA/QC procedures.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

COMPETENCIES:

• Communication: Clear verbal and written communication; strong reporting and listening skills.
• Decision Making/Judgment: Recognizes problems and responds, systematically gathers information, sorts through complex issues, seeks input from others, addresses root cause of issues, makes timely decisions, can make difficult decisions, uses consensus, when possible, communicates decisions to others.
• Dependability: Meets commitments, works independently, accepts accountability, handles change, sets personal standards, stays focused under pressure, meets attendance/punctuality requirements.
• Job Knowledge: Understands duties and responsibilities, has necessary job knowledge, has necessary technical skills, understands company mission/values, keeps job knowledge current, is in command of critical issues
• Managing Conflict: Listens well, diffuses conflict before it starts, finds causes of and solutions to problems, handles difficult people.
• Planning: Develops realistic plans, sets goals, aligns plans with company goals, plans for and manages resources, creates contingency plans, coordinates/cooperates with others.
• Problem Solving/Analysis: Breaks down problems into smaller components, understands underlying issues, can simplify and process complex issues, understands the difference between critical details and unimportant facts
• Self-Development: Seeks out and accepts feedback, is a proactive learner, takes on tough assignments to improve skills, keeps knowledge and skills up-to-date, turns mistakes into learning opportunities.
• Teamwork: Meets all team deadlines and responsibilities, listens to others and values opinions, helps team leaders to meet goals, welcomes newcomers and promotes a team atmosphere.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Ability to read fabrication drawings and production documentation.
• Working knowledge of material properties and cutting applications.
• Experience with CAD/CAM nesting software preferred.
• Strong attention to detail and quality standards.
• Understanding of production shop safety practices.
• Basic mechanical troubleshooting skills.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Metal Fabrication shop environment with exposure to noise, water, dust, and moving equipment.
• Ability to lift up to 35 lbs.
• Standing and walking for extended periods.
• Frequent bending, reaching, and material handling.
• Ability to safely operate cranes, hoists, and material handling equipment when authorized.

Why Join Nassal

At The Nassal Company, part of the PCL Family of Companies, every project combines artistry, craftsmanship, and innovation. Our teams are at the heart of creating immersive environments and extraordinary experiences seen across the world.

We provide:

• Competitive pay and benefits.
• Growth and certification opportunities.
• A collaborative, safety-focused environment.
• Exposure to one-of-a-kind themed and structural fabrication projects.

Build your craft. Build your career. Build experiences that last — with Nassal.