Waterjet Operator - 1st Shift

Press-Seal-Corporatio; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

HSA Medical Insurance

Traditional Medical Plans

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Match

Attendance Bonus

Job summary

Press Seal Corp. is seeking a dependable CNC Machine Operator to join our precision machining team. The role requires operating Haas CNC lathes and mills, maintaining machines, and ensuring high-quality components are produced in a Lean 5S environment.

The ideal candidate brings Haas control experience, basic G-Code knowledge, and a commitment to workplace safety and organization.

Qualifications

• Basic math and tape measure reading required.
• Experience with Haas controls and basic G-Code preferred.
• Able to read and interpret blueprints/drawings.
• Familiarity with lean 5S environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain Haas CNC lathes and mills.
• Set up and adjust machine parameters for quality results.
• Inspect finished parts to ensure quality standards.
• Troubleshoot machine or quality issues and document findings.
• Maintain records of production and maintenance.
• Follow safety procedures in a lean 5S shop.

Skills

Haas CNC

G-Code basics

Quality inspection

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Stamina

Problem solving

Forklift operation

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

AutoCAD

DraftSight

Excel

Word

Job description

Position Overview

Press Seal Corp. is seeking a dependable and skilled CNC Machine Operator to join our precision machining team. This role involves operating and maintaining Haas CNC lathes and mills in a Lean 5S captured tool room environment, ensuring consistent production of high-quality components. The ideal candidate will have experience with Haas controls, basic G-Code understanding, and a commitment to workplace organization and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain waterjet cutting machines.
• Set up and adjust machine parameters for the best results.
• Inspect finished parts to ensure they meet quality standards.
• Troubleshoot and resolve any machine or quality issues.
• Maintain accurate records of production and machine maintenance.
• Follow all safety procedures to ensure a safe work environment.

Qualifications

• Basic junior high level mathematic skills
• Demonstrated ability to read a tape measure
• Working knowledge of windows based software (Excel, Word, etc.) and ability to navigate a server based computer network.
• General machine maintenance knowledge/good mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to pass our Forklift driving test.
• Ability to stand on concrete for extended periods of time (8 plus hours per day)
• Tolerance for working in an environment that has minimal climate control.
• Ability to do repetitive motion activities for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to repetitively lift 20 plus pounds and occasionally up to 50 pounds
• Able to work with minimal supervision and stay on task in a fast-paced environment.
• Good problem-solving skills.
• Experience operating Flow waterjet machines.
• Experience using 2-D drafting software/ AutoCAD, DraftSight or similar.
• Experience operating and/or programing waterjets, laser cutting machines or CNC routers.
• Experience operating CNC machines.

We offer competitive pay and great benefits to support your career and life outside of work:

• Insurance Options: HSA Medical, Traditional Medical Plans, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance coverage
• HSA Contribution: $500 annually with a high-deductible health plan
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with company match
• Attendance Bonus: $80 for perfect weekly attendance

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. This position will be ask to stand continuously throughout a normal day. Occasional walking, bending and squatting while using machinery/tools. Some lifting from floor to waist level with light weights up to 20lbs.